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The Poetical Works of Oliver Goldsmith, M. B: With Biographical Memoirs; And a Critical Dissertation on His Poetry (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

J. Aikin

 
9781330950609: The Poetical Works of Oliver Goldsmith, M. B: With Biographical Memoirs; And a Critical Dissertation on His Poetry (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A finely bound edition that pairs Oliver Goldsmith’s poems with biographical memoirs and J.

Aikin’s critical commentary. This collection invites readers to encounter Goldsmith’s verse through context, critique, and the poet’s own dramatic and lyrical voices.

Delve into classic pieces like The Traveller and The Tears of Genius, alongside shorter poems and epitaphs that reveal a lifetime of observation, wit, and humane feeling. The included memoirs and critical notes illuminate the era, the craft, and the enduring appeal of Goldsmith’s poetry.
  • Read mature, accessible verse that blends satire, sentiment, and social reflection
  • Explore biographical sketches and a scholarly dissertation that frame the poetry
  • Discover a curated selection of works spanning themes of travel, society, nature, and humanity
  • Appreciate era-specific language and the historical context behind the poems
Ideal for readers who enjoy a historical-poetic perspective, and for those curious about Goldsmith’s place in English letters.

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