“What unknown seas of feeling lie in man, and will from time to time break through!”
Book:Reminiscences
Quote by Thomas Carlyle
Work
Reminiscences
A compilation of memories and stories that offer insights into the author's life and the broader human experience. 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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