Oliver Goldsmith
Oliver Goldsmith was an Anglo-Irish poet, novelist, playwright, and hack writer. He produced literary works in a variety of genres and is regarded as one of the most versatile writers of the Georgian era. His works are known for their realistic depictions of British society, and his comedy plays for the English stage are considered second in importance only to those of playwright William Shakespeare.
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- Born in
- Elphin
- Educated at
- Trinity College, DublinQ7540509University of Edinburgh
Trending & Selected Quotes
Trending topics shown first"I love everything that's old: old friends, old times, old manners, old books, old wines."
"We sometimes had those little rubs which Providence sends to enhance the value of its favors."
"All his faults are such that one loves him still the better for them."
"Conscience is a coward, and those faults it has not strength enough to prevent it seldom has justice enough to accuse."
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1728
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Birth1774
Died
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