Quote by Thomas Carlyle

Ye are most strong, ye Sons of the icy North, of the far East, far marching from your rugged Eastern Wildernesses, hither-ward from the gray Dawn of Time! Ye are Sons of the Jotun-land; the land of Difficulties Conquered. Difficult? You must try this thing. Once try it with the understanding that it will and shall have to be done. Try it as ye try the paltrier thing, making of money! I will bet on you once more, against all Jo'tuns, Tailor-gods, Double-barrelled Law-wards, and Denizens of Chaos whatsoever!

Ye are most strong, ye Sons of the icy North, of the far Eas

Summary

This quote exudes a sense of awe and admiration for the incredible strength and resilience of the people from the glorious and distant lands of the North and East. It emphasizes their heritage as the progeny of the Jotun-land, a realm known for its conquest of challenges and overcoming difficulties. Encouraging them to embrace a daunting task with determination, the quote compares the importance of this endeavor to the pursuit of wealth. It also expresses unwavering faith in the capabilities of these individuals, placing bets on their success despite the opposition they may face from various forces.

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Motivational Perseverance

By Thomas Carlyle

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