This is the book, The LIfe of Oliver Goldsmith, by Washington Irving, published by Pollard & Moss of New York, in 1893.

Washington Irving (1783 -1859) was an American short story writer, essayist, biographer, historian, and diplomat of the early 19th century.  His historical works include biographies of George Washington, Oliver Goldsmith and Muhammad, and several histories of 15th-century Spain dealing with subjects such as Christopher Columbus, the Moors and the Alhambra. Irving served as the U.S. ambassador to Spain from 1842 to 1846

This book is in good condition for age.