The Hero As King

The Hero As King is a book written by Thomas Carlyle that explores the concept of heroism and leadership. In this work, Carlyle argues that great leaders are not simply born into their positions of power, but rather they must earn their right to rule through their heroic deeds and qualities. He examines the lives of historical figures such as Odin, Muhammad, and Napoleon, and discusses the traits that made them successful leaders.Carlyle also delves into the idea of divine right, the belief that a ruler is chosen by God to lead a nation. He critiques this notion, stating that true leadership comes from a person's actions and character rather than their supposed divine appointment.Throughout the book, Carlyle emphasizes the importance of heroism and leadership in society. He argues that a great leader can inspire others to achieve greatness and create positive change. The Hero As King is a thought-provoking work that challenges readers to consider the qualities that make a great leader and the impact that they can have on the world.THIS 60 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.