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Thomas Carlyle

By John Nichol

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover the complex life of a brilliant Scottish writer whose sharp mind and strong will challenged the thinking of his time.

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2006-01-01
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Summary

"Thomas Carlyle" by John Nichol is a story about the life of a famous Scottish writer. The biography looks at Thomas Carlyle's important contributions to literature and philosophy, examining his strong personality and how it shaped his ideas. The book starts by placing Carlyle in the context of his time, comparing him to other thinkers who had different views. It paints Carlyle as someone who embodied the Scottish character—bold, self-reliant, and not afraid to criticize society. Also, his difficult personal life, including his relationships and struggles, are hinted at, promising a complete picture of both the man and his influential work.

About the Author

John Nichol, was a Scottish literary academic, and the first Regius Professor of English Language and Literature at the University of Glasgow.

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