Thomas Carlyle (4 December 1795 – 5 February 1881) was a Scottish philosopher, satirical writer, essayist, historian and teacher during the Victorian era.
The real use of gunpowder is to make all men tall. Use this quote
Men do less than they ought, unless they do all that they can. Use this quote
To reform a world, to reform a nation, no wise man will undertake; and all but foolish men know, that the only solid, though a far slower reformation, is what each begins and perfects on himself. Use this quote
Endurance is patience concentrated. Use this quote
If you look deep enough you will see music; the heart of nature being everywhere music. Use this quote
Music is well said to be the speech of angels. Use this quote
Every day that is born into the world comes like a burst of music and rings the whole day through, and you make of it a dance, a dirge, or a life march, as you will. Use this quote
The eye sees what it brings the power to see. Use this quote
Wonder is the basis of worship. Use this quote
Wondrous is the strength of cheerfulness, and its power of endurance - the cheerful man will do more in the same time, will do it; better, will preserve it longer, than the sad or sullen. Use this quote
