David O’Shaughnessy, a Professor of Eighteenth-Century Studies, Judith Hawley, specializing in Eighteenth-Century Literature, and Michael Griffin, an expert in English, explore the multifaceted brilliance of Oliver Goldsmith. They discuss his journey from a struggling writer in London to a celebrated literary figure. Key topics include his renowned works like 'The Vicar of Wakefield' and 'She Stoops to Conquer', the nostalgic and social critiques in his poetry, and the enduring legacy he left in literature and theatre, revealing both his quirky kindness and intricate personality.
