Thomas Carlyle: The Man, the Mind, and the Echoes of His Time
This concise portrait surveys a towering 19th‑century figure, his fierce humor, and the lasting impact of his work across criticism, biography, history, politics, poetry, and religion. It explains how his life and ideas shaped modern literary and moral thought, even as it notes the controversies that followed him.
This edition foregrounds Carlyle’s originality and the personal force behind his public influence. It traces how his Scottish heritage, intense friendships, and stubborn intellect forged a distinctive voice that helped press German and continental ideas into English literature. The book also explains his approach to biography, his belief in the hero as a driver of culture, and his view of education as a path to national improvement.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and intellectual journey of a towering figure of the 19th century. It explores his formative years in rural Scotland, his struggles as a young scholar and writer, and his emergence as a prominent voice in literature and social commentary. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world, the book examines the subject's complex relationship with the intellectual currents of his time, including the impact of German Romanticism and the rise of materialism. The author's unique perspective and engagement with these ideas is vividly portrayed through his groundbreaking work, *Sartor Resartus*, a blend of philosophy, satire, and autobiography. This book explores themes of individualism, the search for meaning in a world increasingly dominated by science and industrialism, and the role of the individual in shaping society. The author's prophetic voice and his call for a return to spiritual values challenged the prevailing assumptions of his era and continue to resonate with readers today. This insightful exploration of the author's life and work sheds light on the enduring relevance of his ideas, offering a compelling portrait of a man who dared to question the status quo and whose insights into the human condition remain as relevant as ever. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331566496_0
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