The bookseller and author who, in 1763, introduced Dr Samuel Johnson to James Boswell at his house in Russell Street. He took to bookselling after failing as an actor.
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Thomas Davies
Commemorated ati
Boswell and Johnson
Greater London Council In this house, occupied by Thomas Davies, bookseller,...
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General Letter Office
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