EVENTS

Wednesday 28 January 2009, 7pm

TALK: Johnson's Rattlesnake

Vivacious, sharp-witted Hester Thrale (later Hester Piozzi) was once described as a 'rattlesnake' by her intimate friend Dr Johnson. In this talk Ian McIntyre, author of a new biography of Hester, draws her fascinating character out from behind her the shadow of her famous friend Johnson.

£12/£10 concessions, includes a glass of wine

Wednesday 25 February 2009, 7pm

TALK AND OPEN BOOKCASE: Dr Johnson's House Library

Hear Christopher Edwards, antiquarian book expert and Governor of Dr Johnson's House, talk about Johnson, his books, and the Library today in Dr Johnson's House. Guests will also have the opportunity to see eighteenth-century books, including some belonging to Johnson himself, and original letters written by Johnson and his circle.

£12/£10 concessions, includes a glass of wine

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Places for all events are limited so you are advised to book early. Most events take place in the Dictionary Garret, with many unavoidable steps. 

BOOKING
If you would like to book any of these events, please send a cheque made payable to Dr Johnson's House Trust along with details of the event, date and type of ticket to Dr Johnson's House, 17 Gough Square , London EC4A 3DE, or call 0207 353 3745.

*** Please include your email or telephone number so that we can let you know when your cheque has arrived. ***

Those entitled to a concessionary rate ticket are the over 60s, students and the registered unemployed.