| Author |
Carlyle, Thomas, 1795-1881 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Shepherd, Richard Herne, 1842-1895 |
| Title |
On the Choice of Books
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, S.R.Ellison and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"On the Choice of Books" by Thomas Carlyle is a reflective essay, likely penned in the mid-19th century during Carlyle's influential literary career. The work explores the significance of literature and its role in shaping human thought and understanding. Carlyle discusses his philosophies regarding reading and the types of literature he believes are essential for intellectual growth. The opening portion of the work introduces the reader to some background information about Carlyle's life and intellectual development. It paints a vivid picture of his early influences, including his upbringing, education, and aspirations toward literature. The passage reveals how Carlyle transitioned from a mathematical master to embracing his true vocation as a writer, while highlighting the preliminary steps in his literary career, such as his struggles and initial contributions to various encyclopedias. Carlyle’s earnest reflections on the importance of reading and the impact of literature on personal and societal development are woven into the narrative, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of these themes in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
Z: Bibliography, Library science
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| Subject |
Books and reading -- Great Britain
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13435 |
| Release Date |
Sep 11, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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