“A book may be very amusing with numerous errors, or it may be very dull without a single absurdity.”
Quote by Oliver Goldsmith
Work
The Vicar of Wakefield
This eighteenth-century novel explores the trials and tribulations of a vicar and his family, depicting their journey through various life challenges and the enduring bonds of family love. more
Author
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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