Describe Mr Hardcastle's love of old things In Oliver Goldsmith's - play She Stoops to Conquer Mr Hardcastle is an old man who lives in the countryside He loves the old way of life He enjoys old stories old clothes and old furniture He does not like modern life His love for old things shows his simple nature and peaceful lifestyle Old House and Furniture Mr Hardcastle lives in an old house He likes everything in it to stay the same The house has old furniture and he does not want to change it He thinks these old things have beauty and value He does not care for modern fashion or city style Old Clothes and Manners Mr Hardcastle wears old clothes and behaves in an old-fashioned manner He speaks politely and expects others to do the same He believes people in the past were more honest and respectful He