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Famous Quotes in History by Oliver Goldsmith - 1


This category is for famous quotes in history by Oliver Goldsmith.

Oliver Goldsmith was an Irish poet, novelist, and playwright. He was born on November 10th, 1730 and died on April 4th, 1774.


Absurd


Every absurdity has a champion to defend it.


Absurd


There is nothing so absurd or ridiculous that has not at some time been said by some philosopher.


Argue


I always get the better when I argue alone.


Disappoint


As for disappointing them, I should not so much mind; but I can't abide to disappoint myself.


Improve


People seldom improve when they have no model but themselves to copy.


Speech


The true use of speech is not so much to express our wants as to conceal them.








 

 

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