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The fortunes of Francis Barber
Book • 2015
This book chronicles Francis Barber's journey from Jamaican slavery to becoming a key figure in Samuel Johnson's life.
It explores their complex relationship and Barber's contributions to Johnson's legacy, including his role in James Boswell's biography of Johnson.
The book also delves into the legal and social context of slavery in England during that era.
It explores their complex relationship and Barber's contributions to Johnson's legacy, including his role in James Boswell's biography of Johnson.
The book also delves into the legal and social context of slavery in England during that era.
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