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The Hero As Poet

The Hero As Poet

Carlyle, Thomas

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ISBN10: 1162890193
ISBN13: 9781162890197
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 50
Weight: 0.23
Height: 0.10 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Hero As Poet is a book written by Thomas Carlyle that explores the concept of heroism and its correlation with poetry. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the definition of heroism and its significance in society. Carlyle argues that heroes are not just individuals who perform great deeds, but also those who inspire others to do the same.The second part of the book delves deeper into the relationship between heroism and poetry. Carlyle believes that poetry is the language of heroism, and that great poets are able to capture the essence of heroism in their works. He examines the works of several poets, including William Shakespeare and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, and discusses how their poetry embodies heroic ideals.Throughout the book, Carlyle emphasizes the importance of heroism and poetry in shaping society. He argues that heroes and poets have the power to inspire individuals to strive for greatness and to make positive changes in the world. The Hero As Poet is a thought-provoking and insightful book that explores the intersection of heroism and poetry and their impact on society.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: On Heroes, Hero-Worship and the Heroic in History, by Thomas Carlyle. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766130762.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.

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