# Oliver Goldsmith — Poetry character guide

> Oliver Goldsmith in Poetry by James McIntyre.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Goldsmith

**First appearance:** 0001-reminiscences

## Who they are

The Irish writer, referenced in the poems.

## In the story

### [Irish Poets](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_12_se/chapters/irish-poets)

Referenced for his poem 'The Deserted Village' and his novel 'The Vicar of Wakefield'.

### [Oliver Goldsmith](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_12_se/chapters/oliver-goldsmith)

Author of 'The Deserted Village' and 'The Vicar of Wakefield,' whose works are quoted to illustrate themes of rural decline and moral critique.

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