Whether or not he was largely a creation of Boswell's peculiar literary gift, the Dr. Johnson we know is a great character, who repays any amount of study. That study must necessarily be conducted chiefly in the paces of Boswell's 'Life,' but for the benefit of those who have not yet tackled that bulky work, Mr. Roberts - who has written several books about Johnson - will introduce the great man in this evening's talk.