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On Heroes, Hero-Worship and the Heroic in History
Thomas Carlyle
On Heroes, Hero-Worship and the Heroic in History
Thomas Carlyle
Recognizes the intimate connections between heroism and myth. Beginning with the legends of Odin, lord of the Nordic gods, this book describes major forms that heroism can take: in god, poet, warrior, priest, prophet, and king. It emphasises on the great works of great men, which was circumscribed by Victorian presumptions.
255 pages, Illus.
Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | February 1, 1966 |
ISBN13 | 9780803250307 |
Publishers | University of Nebraska Press |
Pages | 255 |
Dimensions | 126 × 201 × 18 mm · 336 g |
Language | English |
Editor | Niemeyer, Carl |
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