“To the mean eye all things are trivial, as certainly as to the jaundiced they are yellow.”
Quote by Thomas Carlyle
Work
On Heroes, Hero-worship and the Heroic in History
This scholarly work delves into the origins, evolution, and significance of heroism, examining its manifestation in different societies and epochs. 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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