The Life of Friedrich Schiller

Thomas Carlyle (1795–1881) was a Scottish historian, satirical writer, essayist, translator, philosopher, mathematician, and teacher. Considered one of the most important social commentators of his time, Carlyle's work spans across various realms of human thought and literary expression. Born in Ecclefechan, Dumfriesshire, he was influenced early on by German transcendentalism, particularly the wo...