“Could a man live by it, it were not unpleasant employment to be a poet.”
Quote by Oliver Goldsmith
Work
The Miscellaneous Works: Poems. Miscellaneous pieces. Dramas. Criticism relating to poetry and the belles-lettres
This book is a compilation of various literary works including poetry, drama, and critical essays that delve into the study and appreciation of poetry and the broader field of belles-lettres. 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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