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“Well might the ancients make silence a god; for it is the element of all godhood, infinitude, or transcendental greatness,--at once the source and the ocean wherein all such begins and ends.”

Quote by Thomas Carlyle

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Works

This book encompasses a variety of literary works, including essays, poems, and other forms of prose, showcasing the author's or authors' diverse talents and ideas. more

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Thomas Carlyle
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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