From 1777 to 1783 James Boswell was a columnist for the London Magazine, writing a total of seventy essays under the pseudonym the Hypochondriack.
James Boswell - 7th Laird of Auchinleck
James Boswell
Born ca. 1672Died Apr 21, 1749
Alias:
7th Laird of Auchinleck
Biography:
Son of David Boswell (1640-1712) and Anna Hamilton (d. 1711). Paternal grandfather of James Boswell (1740-1795). Married (1704) to Elizabeth Bruce. Father of Veronica, David (1706-1709), Alexander, John, James and David (1711-1712).
As his son Alexander (d. 1782), James Boswell (d. 1749) also studied law at Leyden University in Holland. Following his wife's death in 1734 he fell into a constant melancholy, and spent most of his time on religious (Presbyterian) occupations. He was also active in the renovation of the church in Auchinleck, and participated in the selection of ministers for the parish.
Life with Boswell:
James died when his grandson, the biographer, was only 8-9 years old.
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