“We call that fire of the black thunder-cloud "electricity," and lecture learnedly about it, and grind the like of it out of glass and silk: but what is it? What made it? Whence comes it? Whither goes it?”
Quote by Thomas Carlyle
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On heroes, hero-worship, & the heroic in history: six lectures ; reported, with emendations and additions
The book delves into the multifaceted nature of heroism, examining its role in shaping societies and influencing human behavior. It covers a range of historical examples and offers insights into the origins and evolution of hero-worship. 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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