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THE VICAR OF WAKEFIELD IBD

KESSINGER PUBLISHING, LLC
10 / 2009
9781120341624
Inglés

Sinopsis

The Vicar of Wakefield: Plays and Poems is a collection of works by the renowned Irish writer Oliver Goldsmith, first published in 1885. The book includes Goldsmith?s most famous work, The Vicar of Wakefield, a novel that follows the lives of a family in rural England during the 18th century. The novel is known for its sentimental style and moral lessons, as well as its portrayal of the struggles and triumphs of ordinary people.In addition to The Vicar of Wakefield, the book also includes several of Goldsmith?s plays and poems. These works showcase Goldsmith?s versatility as a writer, as well as his skill in crafting engaging and thought-provoking pieces. Some of the plays included in the collection are The Good-Natured Man and She Stoops to Conquer, both of which are considered to be classic examples of English comedy.Goldsmith?s poems, on the other hand, range from lighthearted and humorous to serious and reflective. Some of the most famous poems in the collection include The Deserted Village, which explores the impact of industrialization on rural communities, and The Traveller, which reflects on the nature of human existence and the search for meaning in life.Overall, The Vicar of Wakefield: Plays and Poems is a comprehensive collection of works by one of the most celebrated writers of the 18th century. It offers readers a glimpse into the world of 18th century England, as well as the mind of a talented and insightful writer.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.