A man who leaves home to mend himself and others is a philosopher; but he who goes from country to country, guided by the blind impulse of curiosity, is a vagabond
Oliver Goldsmith quote All that a husband or wife really wants is to be pitied a little, praised a little, and appreciated a little
Oliver Goldsmith quote Age, that lessens the enjoyment of life, increases our desire of living
Oliver Goldsmith quote Aspiring beggary is wretchedness itself
Oliver Goldsmith quote Every absurdity has a champion to defend it
Oliver Goldsmith quote Fortune is ever seen accompanying industry
Oliver Goldsmith quote It has been well observed that few are better qualified to give others advice than those who have taken the least of it themselves
Oliver Goldsmith quote I chose my wife, as she did her wedding gown, for qualities that would wear well
Oliver Goldsmith quote Biography
Anglo-Irish writer, poet, playwright 1730-74