Irving's Oliver Goldsmith: A Biography (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417992744)

Irving's Oliver Goldsmith: A Biography is a book written by Washington Irving, an American author, essayist, biographer, and historian. The book is a comprehensive biography of Oliver Goldsmith, an Irish novelist, playwright, and poet who lived in the 18th century.The book begins with a brief introduction to Goldsmith's life, followed by a detailed account of his childhood, education, and early struggles as a writer. It then goes on to explore his literary career, including his most famous works such as The Vicar of Wakefield and She Stoops to Conquer.Throughout the book, Irving provides a vivid portrayal of Goldsmith's life, including his relationships with friends and family, his financial struggles, and his personal demons. He also examines Goldsmith's impact on the literary world and his contributions to the development of the novel and drama.Irving's Oliver Goldsmith: A Biography is a fascinating and engaging read for anyone interested in literature, history, or biography. It offers a unique perspective on one of the most important literary figures of the 18th century and sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of a writer's life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Washington Irving,Charles Robert Gaston
ISBN-10: 1417992743
ISBN-13: 9781417992744
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/04/2005
Pages: 404
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.90d