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Bibliomania

Bibliomania: Oliver Goldsmith: The Disabled Soldier

For Students 9th - 10th
Here, you can read the full text of Oliver Goldsmith's short story, "The Disabled Soldier."
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eBook
Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: Authors: Oliver Goldsmith

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features the author Oliver Goldsmith including a biography, the full text of the novel The Vicar of Wakefield.
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TheatreHistory.com

Theatre history.com: Oliver Goldsmith

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a biographical profile of the 18th century Irish-English poet and playwright, Oliver Goldsmith, whose poems such as "The Deserted Village" and plays such as "She Stoops to Conquer" are considered masterpieces.
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Other

Dr. Oliver Goldsmith (1728 1774)

For Students 9th - 10th
Essay concerning Goldsmith's life and works.
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British Library

British Library: Discovering Literature: Oliver Goldsmith

For Students 9th - 10th
Familiarize yourself with the life and works of Oliver Goldsmith. This source contains a quick fact sheet, a short biography, and links to related articles, collection items, and works.
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British Library

British Library: Discovering Literature: She Stoops to Conquer

For Students 9th - 10th
Read an overview of "She Stoops to Conquer" by Oliver Goldsmith and view additional resources such as articles and collection items.
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British Library

British Library: Discovering Literature: Travel, Trade and the Expansion of the British Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
In the 17th century, London was at the center of global trade, with goods and individuals arriving in the capital from all over the world. This article looks at how travel, trade, and empire shaped the works of Daniel Defoe, Alexander...
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British Library

British Library: Discovering Literature: An Introduction to "She Stoops to Conquer"

For Students 9th - 10th
Oliver Goldsmith published several critiques of audiences and playwrights before writing a laughing comedy that was the triumph of its season and that continues to be performed today. This article introduces "She Stoops to Conquer",...
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English Verse

English Verse: Oliver Goldsmith (1728 1774)

For Students 9th - 10th
Very brief page that offers a short biography and full text of two poems, along with a book recommendation.
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eBook
Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: "The Vicar of Wakefield" by Oliver Goldsmith

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the full text of "The Vicar of Wakefield" by Oliver Goldsmith about a vicar and his family who lose their wealth and have to move to a more humble parish.
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University of Virginia

University of Virginia Library: The Deserted Village

For Students 9th - 10th
You can read the full text to Oliver Goldsmith's poem, "The Deserted Village."
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