The Life Of Oliver Goldsmith V2: From A Variety Of Original Sources (1837)

By James Prior

Book Overview

The Life of Oliver Goldsmith Volume 2 is a biography written by James Prior and published in 1837. It is a comprehensive account of the life of Oliver Goldsmith, an Irish writer and poet who lived in the 18th century. The book is based on a variety of original sources, including letters, journals, and other documents related to Goldsmith's life. The biography covers Goldsmith's early years in Ireland, his education, and his move to London to pursue a career in writing. It also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with debt and addiction. The book also explores Goldsmith's literary works, including his poetry, plays, and novels, and provides insight into his creative process and the reception of his works by his contemporaries.Overall, The Life of Oliver Goldsmith Volume 2 is a comprehensive and detailed biography of one of the most important writers of the 18th century. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of a literary genius, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature.In Two Volumes.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120897564
• ISBN13: 9781120897565
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 594 Pages
• Weight: 1.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"