James BoswellJames Boswell (1740-1795) was a Scottish writer and lawyer best known for his biography of the English literary figure Samuel Johnson. Born in Edinburgh, Boswell studied law but became more widely recognized for his literary interests and his associaion with prominent intellectual figures of his time.Boswell met Samuel Johnson in London in 1763 and developed a close friendship with him that lasted for the remainder of Johnson's life. His careful recording of Johnson's conversations, habits, and daily experiences formed the basis of The Life of Samuel Johnson, published in 1791.The work quickly became celebrated for its lively narrative and intimate portrayal of its subject. Today it remains one of the most admired biographies ever written and an important document of eighteenth-century literary culture. Read More Read Less