“Is not cant the materia prima of the devil, from which all falsehoods, imbecilities, abominations, body themselves, from which no true thing can come? For cant is itself the properly a double-distilled lie, the second power of a lie.”
Quote by Thomas Carlyle
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The French Revolution: a History
This book provides an in-depth exploration of the causes, events, and consequences of the French Revolution, offering readers a detailed understanding of one of the most pivotal periods in modern history. 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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