Thomas Carlyle's "Past and Present" offers a powerful social commentary on 19th-century Great Britain during the height of the Industrial Revolution. This meticulously prepared edition delves into the social conditions of the Victorian era, examining the stark contrasts between the idealized past and the pressing realities of the present.
Carlyle's work, rooted in historical analysis and sharp observation, explores themes of social reform and the societal impact of industrialization. A seminal work of social history, "Past and Present" provides valuable insights into the challenges and complexities of a rapidly changing world, revealing a society grappling with poverty, inequality, and the search for meaning in an age of unprecedented progress. This edition presents Carlyle's enduring observations on British society, making it a vital resource for those interested in European history, social science, and the profound transformations of the 19th century. Explore the social fabric of a nation on the cusp of modernity through the eyes of a keen and influential observer.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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Thomas Carlyle's "Past and Present" offers a powerful social commentary on 19th-century Great Britain during the height of the Industrial Revolution. This meticulously prepared edition delves into the social conditions of the Victorian era, examining the stark contrasts between the idealized past and the pressing realities of the present.
Carlyle's work, rooted in historical analysis and sharp observation, explores themes of social reform and the societal impact of industrialization. A seminal work of social history, "Past and Present" provides valuable insights into the challenges and complexities of a rapidly changing world, revealing a society grappling with poverty, inequality, and the search for meaning in an age of unprecedented progress. This edition presents Carlyle's enduring observations on British society, making it a vital resource for those interested in European history, social science, and the profound transformations of the 19th century. Explore the social fabric of a nation on the cusp of modernity through the eyes of a keen and influential observer.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Past and Present
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Past and Present
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Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781022933187 |
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| Publisher: | Anson Street Press |
| Publication date: | 03/28/2025 |
| Pages: | 262 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.55(d) |