“Skepticism . . . is not intellectual only it is moral also, a chronic atrophy and disease of the whole soul.”
Quote by Thomas Carlyle
Work
On Heroes, Hero-worship, and the Heroic in History: Six Lectures, Reported, with Emendations and Additions
The text delves into the historical and cultural significance of heroes, examining the various forms heroism has taken across different societies and epochs. It is a scholarly work that analyzes the role of heroes in shaping human values and collective memory. 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