Retaliation, A Poem: Including Epitaphs On Some Of The Most Distinguished Wits Of This Metropolis (1774) is a satirical poem written by Oliver Goldsmith. The poem is a witty and humorous commentary on the social and political life of London in the late 18th century. Goldsmith uses his characteristic wit and irony to poke fun at the various personalities and institutions of the city, including politicians, writers, and socialites. The poem is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different character or group of characters. The epitaphs on some of the most distinguished wits of the city are particularly noteworthy, as they provide a glimpse into the literary and cultural scene of the time. Overall, Retaliation is a humorous and insightful look at the society and culture of London in the late 18th century, and a testament to Goldsmith's skill as a satirist.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.
Retaliation, A Poem: Including Epitaphs On Some Of The Most Distinguished Wits Of This Metropolis (1774) is a satirical poem written by Oliver Goldsmith. The poem is a witty and humorous commentary on the social and political life of London in the late 18th century. Goldsmith uses his characteristic wit and irony to poke fun at the various personalities and institutions of the city, including politicians, writers, and socialites. The poem is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different character or group of characters. The epitaphs on some of the most distinguished wits of the city are particularly noteworthy, as they provide a glimpse into the literary and cultural scene of the time. Overall, Retaliation is a humorous and insightful look at the society and culture of London in the late 18th century, and a testament to Goldsmith's skill as a satirist.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.
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