This charming and insightful book combines the classic poem 'The Deserted Village' by Oliver Goldsmith, with the witty and wise commentary of Elbert Hubbard. Together, they explore the themes of rural life, nostalgia, and loss of community that the poem embodies. Hubbard's reflections are a valuable addition to Goldsmith's masterpiece, adding a modern perspective and a new layer of meaning to this timeless work of literature.

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