On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History by Thomas Carlyle
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| Author | Carlyle, Thomas, 1795-1881 |
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| Title | On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History |
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| Note | Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Ron Burkey, and David Widger |
| Summary | "On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History" by Thomas Carlyle is a collection of lectures that examines the concept of heroism throughout human history, likely written in the early 19th century. The work argues that the essence of history is shaped by great individuals—heroes—who influence the thoughts and actions of society. Carlyle explores various types of heroes, from divine figures to poets and leaders, and discusses the societal fascination with hero-worship. At the start of the text, Carlyle sets the stage for his exploration of the idea of the hero by establishing the premise that the history of humanity is fundamentally a narrative about the great men who have shaped it. He highlights the importance of understanding the divine connection that the early followers had with their heroes, as seen through the lens of Scandinavian paganism and the figure of Odin. Carlyle introduces the concept of worship as a central theme, suggesting that the admiration for these heroes stems from their perceived divine qualities and abilities, which in turn inspire others to aspire to greatness. The opening lays the groundwork for a deeper exploration of how heroism is perceived and celebrated across different cultures and epochs. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Heroes |
| Subject | Hero worship |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1091 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 4, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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