The Hero As Prophet

""The Hero As Prophet"" is a book written by Thomas Carlyle, a Scottish philosopher and historian, first published in 1840. The book is a collection of six lectures that Carlyle delivered at the University of Edinburgh in 1840. It is a study of the role of heroes in history and their ability to inspire and lead people towards progress and change. Carlyle argues that heroes are not just great men who achieve great things, but also prophets who have a vision of a better future and the ability to communicate that vision to others. He examines the lives of various historical figures, including Muhammad, Dante, and Shakespeare, and shows how their ideas and actions have shaped the course of history. Carlyle's writing style is highly poetic and philosophical, and his ideas have been influential in shaping modern conceptions of heroism and leadership. Overall, ""The Hero As Prophet"" is a thought-provoking and inspiring read that explores the power of great individuals to inspire and transform society.THIS 46 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.