“The choking, sweltering, deadly, and killing rule of no rule; the consecration of cupidity and braying of folly, and dim stupidity and baseness, in most of the affairs of men. Slopshirts attainable three-halfpence cheaper by the ruin of living bodies and immortal souls.”
Quote by Thomas Carlyle
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The Works of Thomas Carlyle
This compilation includes a variety of works by Carlyle, showcasing his insights on history, literature, and social issues. It features his famous lectures such as 'On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History' and 'The French Revolution', as well as his philosophical treatises and critical essays. more
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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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