The philosophical ideas, historical methods, or literary style characteristic of Thomas Carlyle and his followers or imitators.
From 'Carlyle' plus '-ism' (English suffix meaning 'doctrine or practice'). Refers to both his specific ideas and the broader movement of influence he created.
Carlylism influenced everything from Victorian literature to philosophy to how people understood history—he invented the concept of 'great men' shaping history, an idea that dominated thinking for generations!
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