Henry Thomas Buckle Quotes

A collection of quotes by Henry Thomas Buckle.

Henry Thomas Buckle (1821-1862) was a British historian and scholar known for his groundbreaking work in the field of statistical analysis and the application of scientific methods to the study of history. Born in Lee, Kent, Buckle demonstrated exceptional intellectual abilities from a young age.

Buckle's most significant contribution to the field of history was his two-volume work, "History of Civilization in England". Published in 1857, this monumental work aimed to establish a scientific approach to history by analyzing the influence of diverse social factors on the development of civilizations. Buckle argued for the importance of studying statistics and laws that govern human behavior in understanding historical progress.

Despite its unfinished state, "History of Civilization in England" had a profound impact on the study of history. Buckle's work emphasized the importance of social and environmental factors in shaping civilization, deviating from the prevailing idea of historical progress as solely driven by individuals or nations. His emphasis on statistical analysis laid the groundwork for future historians to adopt a more scientific approach.

Tragically, Buckle's promising career was cut short when he died of typhoid fever at the age of 40. Nonetheless, his ideas and analytical framework continue to inspire and shape the discipline of history, cementing his reputation as a pioneering figure in the field.

In 1776, the Americans laid before Europe that noble Declara

In 1776, the Americans laid before Europe that noble Declaration, which ought to be hung up in the nursery of every king, and blazoned on the porch of every royal palace.

Henry Thomas Buckle


Men are made uneasy; they flinch; they cannot bear the sudde

Men are made uneasy; they flinch; they cannot bear the sudden light; a general restlessness supervenes; the face of society is disturbed, or perhaps convulsed; old interests and old beliefs have been destroyed before new ones have been created. These symptoms are the precursors of revolution; they have preceded all the great changes through which the world has passed.

Henry Thomas Buckle

Revolution