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Title: The Complete Poetical Works of Oliver Goldsmith
Note: Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Amy E Zelmer, Barb Grow, Derek Thompson and David Widger
Summary: "The Complete Poetical Works of Oliver Goldsmith" by Oliver Goldsmith is a comprehensive collection of the poet's writings, likely compiled in the early 20th century. The volume includes a wide array of his poetry, accompanied by editorial commentary and notes, showcasing the breadth of Goldsmith's talents and his contributions to literature during the 18th century. The opening of this compilation presents Goldsmith's reflections on his life and work, including insights into his personal struggles, aspirations, and the nature of poetry itself. He begins with a dedication to his brother, explaining the wisdom of finding happiness in simplicity over fame and fortune, before exploring themes such as the fleeting nature of happiness across different societies. The preface sets the stage for the primary poems, indicating that his works will delve into the joys and sorrows of the human experience, as well as address the conflicts between personal desires and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Goldsmith, Oliver, 1730?-1774
EBook No.: 3545
Published: Nov 1, 2002
Downloads: 215
Language: English
Subject: English poetry
Subject: Literature -- Collections
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Complete Poetical Works of Oliver Goldsmith
Note: Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Amy E Zelmer, Barb Grow, Derek Thompson and David Widger
Summary: "The Complete Poetical Works of Oliver Goldsmith" by Oliver Goldsmith is a comprehensive collection of the poet's writings, likely compiled in the early 20th century. The volume includes a wide array of his poetry, accompanied by editorial commentary and notes, showcasing the breadth of Goldsmith's talents and his contributions to literature during the 18th century. The opening of this compilation presents Goldsmith's reflections on his life and work, including insights into his personal struggles, aspirations, and the nature of poetry itself. He begins with a dedication to his brother, explaining the wisdom of finding happiness in simplicity over fame and fortune, before exploring themes such as the fleeting nature of happiness across different societies. The preface sets the stage for the primary poems, indicating that his works will delve into the joys and sorrows of the human experience, as well as address the conflicts between personal desires and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Goldsmith, Oliver, 1730?-1774
EBook No.: 3545
Published: Nov 1, 2002
Downloads: 215
Language: English
Subject: English poetry
Subject: Literature -- Collections
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.