On Heroes, Hero-Worship and the Heroic in History - Thomas Carlyle - Bog

On Heroes, Hero-Worship and the Heroic in History is a collection of six lectures by Scottish philosopher and historian Thomas Carlyle. The book was first published in 1841 and explores the concept of heroism and its role in shaping history. In the book, Carlyle discusses various types of heroes, including the divine hero, the prophet, the poet, the priest, the man of letters, and the king. He argues that these heroes have had a profound impact on history and society, and that their actions and beliefs have shaped the world we live in today. Carlyle also explores the idea of hero-worship, which he defines as the admiration and reverence for great individuals who have achieved extraordinary things. He argues that hero-worship is a natural human instinct and that it has played a significant role in the development of civilization. Throughout the book, Carlyle draws on examples from history to illustrate his points, including the lives of Muhammad, Dante, Shakespeare, Martin Luther, and Napoleon Bonaparte. He also discusses the importance of mythology and religion in shaping our understanding of heroism and the heroic. Overall, On Heroes, Hero-Worship and the Heroic in History is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of heroism and its impact on history and society. It remains a seminal work in the field of philosophy and history, and continues to be studied and debated by scholars and readers alike.1897. Six lectures reported, with emendations and additions. Contents: Hero as Divinity (Odin; Paganism; Scandinavian mythology); Hero as Prophet (Mohammed; Islam); Hero as Poet (Dante; Shakespeare); Hero as Priest (Luther; Reformation, Knox; Puritanism); Hero as Man of Letters (Johnson, Rousseau, Burns); Hero as King (Cromwell, Napoleon; Modern Revolutionism).This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.