“Originality is a thing we constantly clamour for, and constantly quarrel with; as if, observes our author himself, any originality but our own could be expected to content us! In fact all strange thing are apt, without fault of theirs, to estrange us at first view, and unhappily scarcely anything is perfectly plain, but what is also perfectly common.”
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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