“Mortifications are often more painful than real calamities.”
Quote by Oliver Goldsmith
Work
The Vicar of Wakefield: A Tale
This novel, set in the eighteenth century, follows the life of a vicar and his family as they navigate the challenges and joys of rural English life. The story explores themes of family, faith, and the human condition through the vicar's experiences and the relationships he forms with those around him. 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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