Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) Scottish historian, critic, and - TopicsExpress



          

Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) Scottish historian, critic, and sociological writer. “As for this young Ali, one cannot but like him. A noble-minded creature, as he shows himself, now and always afterwards; full of affection, of fiery daring. Something chivalrous in him; brave as a lion; yet with a grace, a truth and affection worthy of Christian knighthood.” [On Heroes, Hero-Worship, And The Heroic In History, 1841, Lecture 2: The Hero as Prophet. Mahomet: Islam., May 8, 1840)]
Posted on: Sun, 20 Jul 2014 12:26:21 +0000

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