When I first heard that story as a young man, I smirked along with Carlyle at Margaret’s seeming arrogance, but now I wonder if Carlyle understood what Margaret meant. There’s a story about Margaret Fuller, a brilliant 19th Century American feminist, who, after a period of seclusion and contemplation, emerged and said, “I accept the universe.” Her comment is remembered because the Scottish philosopher, Thomas Carlyle, responded cuttingly, “By Gad, she’d better!” If you would like to receive them directly by email, you may do so by entering your email address in the form on the Home page.
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