“All that mankind has done, thought, gained, or been: it is lying as in magic preservation in the pages of books.”

Thomas Carlyle

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About Thomas Carlyle

Historian Scottish

Thomas Carlyle was a Scottish historian, satirical writer, essayist, and philosopher during the Victorian era. He was a leading writer of his time, known for his complex style and critical social commentary. His major...

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