“Neither had Watt of the Steam engine a heroic origin, any kindred with the princes of this world. The princes of this world were shooting their partridges... While this man with blackened fingers, with grim brow, was searching out, in his workshop, the Fire-secret.”
Quote by Thomas Carlyle
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The Selected Works of Thomas Carlyle
This compilation includes a variety of Carlyle's works, showcasing his influential writings on literature, history, and social issues. Carlyle's distinctive style, characterized by his passionate and eloquent prose, is prominently featured throughout the selected pieces. 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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