Thomas Carlyle
Scottish essayist, historian and philosopher (1795–1881)
1795 — 1881
Quick Facts
Profession
Scottish essayist, historian and philosopher (1795–1881)
Born
December 4, 1795
Died
1881 (age ~86)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
writer, teacher, mathematician
United Kingdom of Great Britain and IrelandBorn in EcclefechanDied in London
1795
Born in Ecclefechan (1795-12-04)
1806
EducationStudied at Annan Academy (1806–1809)
1809
EducationStudied at University of Edinburgh (1809–1813)
1865
PositionRector of the University of Edinburgh (1865–1868)
1866
AwardFellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh
1878
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Thomas Carlyle was a Scottish essayist, historian and philosopher. Known as the "sage of Chelsea", his writings strongly influenced the intellectual and artistic culture of the Victorian era.
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Who is Thomas Carlyle?+
Thomas Carlyle was a Scottish essayist, historian and philosopher. Known as the "sage of Chelsea", his writings strongly influenced the intellectual and artistic culture of the Victorian era.
What does the name Thomas mean?+
The name Thomas means "male given name (Θωμάς)". It is of French origin.
When was Thomas Carlyle born?+
Thomas Carlyle was born on December 4, 1795.
When did Thomas Carlyle die?+
Thomas Carlyle died in 1881, at approximately 86 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Θωμάς)
The name Thomas is of French origin, meaning "male given name (Θωμάς)". It is traditionally a male name.
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Thomas — December 4, 1795
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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