“Oblivion is the dark page, whereon Memory writes her light-beam characters, and makes them legible; were it all light, nothing could be read there, any more than if it were all darkness.”
Book:Historical Essays
Quote by Thomas Carlyle
Work
Historical Essays
This volume compiles a selection of essays that delve into various historical periods, events, and figures, offering in-depth analysis and critical perspectives on historical subjects. more
Author
Thomas Carlyle
Thomas Carlyle, born on December 4, 1795, and died on February 5, 1881, was a prominent Scottish philosopher, historian, and writer. His works are known for their profound social criticism and unique literary style, which had a significant impact on 19th-century British literature and thought. more
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