Thomas Carlyle's Inaugural Address At Edinburgh, April 2, 1866 - Thomas Carlyle - Bog

Thomas Carlyle's Inaugural Address at Edinburgh, April 2, 1866 is a historical speech delivered by the renowned Scottish philosopher, essayist, and historian. The book is a transcript of the speech that Carlyle gave at the University of Edinburgh, where he was appointed as the Rector in 1865. In this speech, Carlyle reflects on the state of education and the role of universities in society. He emphasizes the importance of education in shaping the character and values of individuals, and the need for universities to promote genuine learning and intellectual inquiry. Carlyle also touches on the political and social issues of his time, including the Irish famine and the American Civil War. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education, philosophy, and politics in the 19th century, and provides insight into the thoughts and ideas of one of Scotland's most influential thinkers.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.