The Deserted Village

The Deserted Village is a poem written by Oliver Goldsmith that explores the impact of rural depopulation and the effects of industrialization on the countryside. The poem tells the story of a once-thriving village that has been abandoned by its inhabitants due to economic pressures and the lure of urban life. Goldsmith describes the village's idyllic past, with its lush green fields, happy families, and bustling community, before contrasting it with the present state of desolation and decay. The poem is a poignant critique of the social and economic forces that lead to the destruction of rural communities and the loss of traditional ways of life. It is also a celebration of the beauty and simplicity of rural life and a call to preserve it for future generations. The Deserted Village is considered one of the finest examples of 18th-century poetry and is widely regarded as a masterpiece of English literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.