Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Thomas Carlyle is a comprehensive biography of the Scottish writer, philosopher, and historian Thomas Carlyle, written by Richard Garnett. The book explores Carlyle's life from his birth in 1795 to his death in 1881, examining his childhood, education, literary career, and personal relationships. Garnett draws on a range of sources, including Carlyle's own writings, letters, and diaries, as well as contemporary accounts and historical records, to provide a detailed and engaging portrait of this influential figure. Along the way, the book explores Carlyle's ideas about history, politics, and society, and sheds light on his relationships with other notable figures of his time, such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, John Stuart Mill, and Charles Dickens. Overall, The Life of Thomas Carlyle is a fascinating and insightful look at one of the most important literary and intellectual figures of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
