On Heroes, Hero-Worship and the Heroic in History
Hardcover
1895 · Philadelphia
by Carlyle, Thomas
Philadelphia: Henry Altemus. Very Good-. 1895. Hardcover. A soiled and edgeworn Very Good- edition with loose binding and scribbled inking to the front flyleaf ; Thomas Carlyle's On Heroes, Hero-Worship and the Heroic in History is a sweeping and ambitious work that examines the various forms of heroism throughout history and the various ways that people have responded to them. Carlyle offers a unique perspective on the subject, examining heroism not just from a moral perspective but also from a historical one. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the history and meaning of heroism.; 337 pages . (Inventory #: 124080)