“With respect to duels, indeed, I have my own ideas. Few things in this so surprising world strike me with more surprise. Two little visual spectra of men, hovering with insecure enough cohesion in the midst of the unfathomable, and to dissolve therein, at any rate, very soon, make pause at the distance of twelve paces asunder; whirl around, and simultaneously by the cunningest mechanism, explode one another into dissolution; and, offhand, become air, and non-extant--the little spitfires!”
Quote by Thomas Carlyle
Work
Sartor Resartus: The Life and Opinions of Herr Teufelsdrockh
Sartor Resartus is a novel that combines elements of philosophy, satire, and fantasy. It follows the journey of Herr Teufelsdrockh, a character who undergoes a transformation both physically and spiritually. The book is known for its complex narrative structure and its exploration of various philosophical ideas. 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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