650. London’s Golden Age: The Mad Life of Dr Johnson (Part 1)
This podcast episode explores the pivotal 1763 meeting between Samuel Johnson and James Boswell, marking the beginning of one of the most influential literary friendships in British history. It sets the stage for a deeper examination of Johnson’s rise from obscurity to literary fame and B
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