Explore the timeless brilliance of Oliver Goldsmith in this carefully curated edition of his "Works, Volume 1." This collection offers a comprehensive look into the mind of one of the 18th century's most celebrated writers. Included is a detailed biography that sheds light on Goldsmith's life, influences, and literary journey.Dive into a selection of Goldsmith's most significant essays, reflecting his keen observations on society, culture, and the human condition. Edited with meticulous care and enriched with insightful notes by Henry George Bohn, this volume is an essential addition to any literary collection. Discover the wit, wisdom, and enduring appeal of Oliver Goldsmith's prose.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.