“We do everything by custom, even believe by it; our very axioms, let us boast of free-thinking as we may, are oftenest simply such beliefs as we have never heard questioned.”
Book:Sartor Resartus
Quote by Thomas Carlyle
Work
Sartor Resartus
Sartor Resartus is a work that combines elements of satire, fantasy, and philosophical discourse. The novel delves into complex ideas about the nature of self and the role of society in shaping individual identity. The protagonist, Teufelsdröckh, undergoes a transformation from a conventional tailor to a reformed philosopher, reflecting on the human condition and the search for meaning. 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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