Past and Present

Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) was a prolific Scottish essayist, historian, satirist, and social commentator, best known for his penetrating and socially critical writings. Born in Ecclefechan, Carlyle attended the University of Edinburgh, paving the way for his intellectual pursuits. His seminal works include 'Sartor Resartus' and 'The French Revolution: A History', but it was his book 'Past and Pres...