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The Complete Poetical Works of Oliver Goldsmith: Ed. Austin Dobson
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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781025566962
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 354
Weight: 1.09
Height: 0.74 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Complete Poetical Works of Oliver Goldsmith offers a comprehensive collection of the verses of one of the eighteenth century's most enduring and versatile writers. This volume showcases Goldsmith's mastery of the poetic form, highlighting his unique ability to blend social critique with profound emotional resonance. Central to this collection are his masterpieces, The Deserted Village and The Traveller, works that explore themes of rural decline, national identity, and the pursuit of happiness with a clarity and rhythm that defined the Augustan age.
Goldsmith's poetry is noted for its accessible elegance and humane spirit. As a member of the legendary literary circle that included Samuel Johnson and Joshua Reynolds, he brought a distinct Irish sensibility to the English poetic landscape. This collection includes his full range of poetic output, from these major philosophical works to his lighter occasional verses and lyrical songs. His writing captures the transition between the formal constraints of neo-classicism and the budding sentiment of early Romanticism.
This work stands as a testament to Goldsmith's enduring legacy in English literature. It remains an essential read for those interested in the history of English verse, offering insight into the social and cultural anxieties of his time through language that is both beautiful and piercingly observant.
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