In his later years, Goldsmith’s health declined and debts haunted him, drawing him into solitude. He sought renewal through theater and poetry, yet society remained unkind. Despite criticism and ridicule from the press, he never lost his humor or sincerity. His funeral was attended by grieving peers, marking his legacy as a symbol of literary grace. Washington Irving portrays him as a true artist who shone brightly even amid failure.
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