Macpherson, Hector 1851-1924 creator text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Thomas Carlyle" by Hector Macpherson is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This book explores the life and work of Thomas Carlyle, placing particular emphasis on his early life, influences, and literary contributions. It aims to provide insights into Carlyle's thoughts, as well as his role as a significant figure in literature and philosophy, particularly in the context of German thought. The opening of the book introduces Thomas Carlyle's early life, discussing his family background, education, and early intellectual influences. It highlights his relationship with his parents, particularly the impact of his mother’s nurturing juxtaposed against his father’s sternness. Carlyle’s formative years at school, his struggles with academic institutions, and his shift away from the ministry towards a literary career are detailed. The author also hints at Carlyle's friendships, notably with Edward Irving, and foreshadows Carlyle's burgeoning literary ambitions, setting the stage for his eventual contributions to literature and thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-05-31 E-text prepared by Susan Skinner and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team Original publication data not identified Carlyle, Thomas, 1795-1881 Authors, Scottish -- 19th century -- Biography Historians -- Great Britain -- Biography PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32626 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32626 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133738.0 32626