Don't let us make imaginary evils, when you know we have so many real ones to encounter.

Oliver Goldsmith

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Oliver Goldsmith (10 November 1728 – 4 April 1774) was an Anglo-Irish poet, novelist, playwright, and hack writer. He produced literary works in a variety of genres, and is regarded among the most versatile writers of the Georgian era. His works are known for their realistic depiction of society, and...

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