The Hero As A Man Of Letters - Hardcover

by Thomas Carlyle (Author)

""The Hero As A Man Of Letters"" is a collection of essays written by Thomas Carlyle, a Scottish philosopher, historian, and essayist. The book explores the concept of heroism and how it is depicted in literature. Carlyle argues that heroes are not only found in history but also in literature, and that writers have the power to create heroes through their words. The essays examine the works of various authors including William Shakespeare, Dante Alighieri, and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, and analyze how they portray heroism. Carlyle also delves into the qualities that make a hero, such as courage, selflessness, and determination. The book is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of heroism and its role in literature and society.THIS 54 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: On Heroes, Hero-Worship and the Heroic in History, by Thomas Carlyle. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766130762.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.