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“The whitewash'd wall, the nicely sanded floor, The varnish'd clock that click'd behind the door; The chest, contriv'd a double debt to pay,- A bed by night, a chest of drawers by day.”

Quote by Oliver Goldsmith

Book:The Poetical Works of Oliver Goldsmith, Etc

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The Poetical Works of Oliver Goldsmith, Etc

The Poetical Works of Oliver Goldsmith, Etc is a compilation of the poet's verse, offering readers a glimpse into the literary genius of Oliver Goldsmith, a prominent figure in the 18th-century English literature. more

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Oliver Goldsmith

Oliver Goldsmith was an Irish novelist, playwright, poet, and physician. He is best known for his novel 'The Vicar of Wakefield' and his plays 'She Stoops to Conquer' and 'The Good-Natur'd Man'. Goldsmith's works are characterized by their wit, humor, and moral depth. more

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