Oliver Goldsmith: A Biography
Exploring the Life and Legacy of an Irish Literary IconBy Washington Irving
Length10h
About this audiobook
In "Oliver Goldsmith: A Biography," Washington Irving masterfully delves into the life and character of the renowned 18th-century author and playwright, Oliver Goldsmith. Written with Irving's signature prose style, the biography blends extensive research with a narrative flair that captures Goldsmith's wit, eccentricity, and literary genius. Irving contextualizes Goldsmith within the broader landscape of English literature, highlighting his contributions to poetry, drama, and the essay form, while examining the social and cultural influences that shaped his creative output. The book serves as both a critical inquiry and a heartfelt tribute, showcasing Goldsmith's significance amid the rise of Romanticism and the evolving literary discourse of his time. Washington Irving, a pivotal figure in American literature, drew inspiration from Goldsmith's work, especially his unique ability to weave humor and pathos. Irving's admiration for Goldsmith's ability to capture the human experience in accessible language reflects Irving'Äôs own literary pursuits. Living in an age of burgeoning American identity, Irving recognized the importance of writers like Goldsmith, who bridged the gap between tradition and modernity. This biography is an essential read for anyone interested in the interplay between life and literature. Irving'Äôs insights not only illuminate Goldsmith'Äôs artistic legacy but also enrich our understanding of the societal forces that inform literary creativity. "Oliver Goldsmith: A Biography" is not only a homage to an esteemed writer but a profound exploration of the human condition, inviting readers to appreciate the enduring power of storytelling.
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Rating★★★★ 3.8 (272.8K)
Includes Goodreads
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length10 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 9, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE: W.I.
26CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE
2CHAPTER ONE
27CHAPTER TWENTY-FOUR
3CHAPTER TWO
28CHAPTER TWENTY-FIVE
4CHAPTER THREE: “OLIVER GOLDSMITH.
29CHAPTER TWENTY-SIX
5CHAPTER FOUR: “OLIVER GOLDSMITH.
30CHAPTER THIRTY-ONE: “OLIVER GOLDSMITH.”
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6CHAPTER FIVE
31CHAPTER THIRTY-TWO
7CHAPTER SIX
32CHAPTER THIRTY-THREE
8CHAPTER SEVEN
33CHAPTER THIRTY-FOUR
9CHAPTER EIGHT
34CHAPTER THIRTY-FIVE
10CHAPTER NINE
35TO DR. GOLDSMITH
11CHAPTER TEN
36ON SEEING HIS NAME IN THE LIST OF MUMMERS AT THE LATE MASQUERADE
12“OLIVER GOLDSMITH.
37CHAPTER THIRTY-SIX: “O. G.”
13“OLIVER GOLDSMITH.”
38CHAPTER THIRTY-SEVEN
14CHAPTER ELEVEN
39“OLIVER GOLDSMITH.”
15CHAPTER TWELVE
40“OLIVER GOLDSMITH.”
16CHAPTER THIRTEEN
41TO GEORGE COLMAN, ESQ.
17CHAPTER FOURTEEN
42ON THE SUCCESS OF DR. GOLDSMITH’S NEW COMEDY
18CHAPTER FIFTEEN
43CHAPTER THIRTY-EIGHT
19CHAPTER SIXTEEN
44A NEWSPAPER ATTACK—THE EVANS AFFRAY—JOHNSON’S COMMENT
20CHAPTER SEVENTEEN: “OLIVER GOLDSMITH.”
45[FOR THE LONDON PACKET.]
21CHAPTER EIGHTEEN
46“TO DR. GOLDSMITH.
22CHAPTER NINETEEN
47“OLIVER GOLDSMITH.”
23CHAPTER TWENTY
48CHAPTER THIRTY-NINE
24CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE
49CHAPTER FORTY
25CHAPTER TWENTY-TWO
50CHAPTER FORTY-ONE
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