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Life of Charles Dickens

Chapter XIII · Chapter 13

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Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."
Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.
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Life of Charles Dickens

Chapter XIII · Chapter 13

Chapter 13 of Life of Charles Dickens is here in full — 146 sentences across 30 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."
/ˈtʃænsəri hæd ˈɑːkjəpaɪd ə ˈprɑːmənənt pleɪs ɪn bliːk haʊs/
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Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.
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The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.
/ðə bʊk wen ˈæftərwərdz ˈpʌblɪʃt ɪn ə kəmˈpliːt fɔːrm bɔːr ə ˌdedəˈkeɪʃən tuː ˈkɑːrlaɪl ənd ˈveri ˈfɪtɪŋli soʊ fɔːr mʌtʃ ʌv ɪts fɪˈlɑː.sə.fi ɪz hɪz/
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Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?
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These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

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Chancery noun US /ˈtʃænsəri/

a court with jurisdiction in equity

From this reading “Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."”

dedication noun US /ˌdedəˈkeɪʃən/

complete and wholehearted fidelity

From this reading “The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.”

economists noun US /ɪˈkɑːnəmɪsts/

plural of “economist” — an expert in the science of economics

From this reading “These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.”

fittingly adverb US /ˈfɪtɪŋli/

in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances

From this reading “The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.”

popularize verb US /ˈpɑːpjələraɪz/

cater to popular taste to make popular and present to the general public; bring into general or common use

From this reading “Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?”

radicalism noun US /ˈrædɪkəlɪzəm/

the political orientation of those who favor revolutionary change in government and society

From this reading “Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.”

Ruskin noun US /ˈrʌskɪn/

British art critic (1819-1900)

From this reading “Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?”

self-interest noun US /ˈselˈfɪntrəst/

taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others

From this reading “These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.”

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1854

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From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

1st

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From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

25

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From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

adeterminerUS /ə/

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."

abilitynounUS /əˈbɪlətiː/

the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

affectionsnounUS /əˈfekʃənz/

plural of “affection” — a positive feeling of liking

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

afterwardsadverbUS /ˈæftərwərdz/

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

alsoadverbUS /ˈɔːlsoʊ/

in addition

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

andconjunctionUS /ənd/

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

AprilnounUS /ˈeɪprəl/

the month following March and preceding May

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

BleakadjectiveUS /bliːk/

offering little or no hope

From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."

booknounUS /bʊk/

a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

boreverbUS /bɔːr/

cause to be bored

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

butconjunctionUS /bʌt/

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

calculatingadjectiveUS /ˈkælkjəleɪtɪŋ/

acting with a specific goal

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

CarlylenounUS /ˈkɑːrlaɪl/

Scottish historian who wrote about the French Revolution (1795-1881)

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

ChancerynounUS /ˈtʃænsəri/

a court with jurisdiction in equity

From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."

Chelsea

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From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

comeverbUS /kʌm/

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

commencedverbUS /kəˈmenst/

past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

completeverbUS /kəmˈpliːt/

come or bring to a finish or an end

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

creaturesnounUS /ˈkriːtʃərz/

plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

dedicationnounUS /ˌdedəˈkeɪʃən/

complete and wholehearted fidelity

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

DickensnounUS /ˈdɪkənz/

a word used in exclamations of confusion

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

economistsnounUS /ɪˈkɑːnəmɪsts/

plural of “economist” — an expert in the science of economics

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

emotionsnounUS /ɪˈmoʊʃənz/

plural of “emotion” — any strong feeling

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

fancynounUS /ˈfænsi/

something many people believe that is false

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

feelingsnounUS /ˈfiːlɪŋz/

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

fittinglyadverbUS /ˈfɪtɪŋli/

in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

forprepositionUS /fɔːr/

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

formnounUS /fɔːrm/

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

Froude

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From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

geniusnounUS /ˈdʒiːnjəs/

someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."

HardadjectiveUS /hɑːrd/

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

HousenounUS /haʊs/

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."

HouseholdnounUS /ˈhaʊshoʊld/

a social unit living together

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

ideasnounUS /aɪˈdiːəz/

plural of “idea” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

inprepositionUS /ɪn/

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."

influencenounUS /ˈɪnfluːəns/

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

intellectualadjectiveUS /ˌɪntəˈlektʃuːəl/

of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

intendedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈtendɪd/

resulting from one's intentions

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

itsdeterminerUS /ɪts/

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

kennounUS /ken/

range of what one can know or understand

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

kindadjectiveUS /kaɪnd/

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

Kingsley

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From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

lieverbUS /laɪ/

be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

likeverbUS /laɪk/

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

machinesnounUS /məˈʃiːnz/

plural of “machine” — any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

manyadjectiveUS /ˈmeni/

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

mennounUS /men/

the force of workers available

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

merelyadverbUS /ˈmɪrli/

and nothing more

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

motivenounUS /ˈmoʊtɪv/

the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

MrnounUS /ˈmɪstər/

a form of address for a man

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

muchadverbUS /mʌtʃ/

to a great degree or extent

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

notadverbUS /nɑːt/

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

numbernounUS /ˈnʌmbər/

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

occupiedadjectiveUS /ˈɑːkjəpaɪd/

held or filled or in use

From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."

ofprepositionUS /ʌv/

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

oldadjectiveUS /oʊld/

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

olderadjectiveUS /ˈoʊldər/

advanced in years; (“aged” is pronounced as two syllables)

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

otheradjectiveUS /ˈʌðər/

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

outsideadjectiveUS /ˈaʊtˈsaɪd/

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

PhilosophicaladjectiveUS /ˌfɪləˈsɑːfɪkəl/

of or relating to philosophy or philosophers

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

philosophynounUS /fɪˈlɑː.sə.fi/

The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

placenounUS /pleɪs/

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."

politicaladjectiveUS /pəˈlɪtəkəl/

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

popularizeverbUS /ˈpɑːpjələraɪz/

cater to popular taste to make popular and present to the general public; bring into general or common use

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

positionnounUS /pəˈzɪʃən/

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

possessingverbUS /pəˈzesɪŋ/

-ing form of “possess” — have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

powernounUS /ˈpaʊər/

possession of controlling influence

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

prominentadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːmənənt/

having a quality that thrusts itself into attention

From this reading Chancery had occupied a prominent place in "Bleak House."

publishedadjectiveUS /ˈpʌblɪʃt/

prepared and printed for distribution and sale

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

radicalismnounUS /ˈrædɪkəlɪzəm/

the political orientation of those who favor revolutionary change in government and society

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

reasonnounUS /ˈriːzən/

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

RuskinnounUS /ˈrʌskɪn/

British art critic (1819-1900)

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

sagenounUS /seɪdʒ/

a mentor in spiritual and philosophical topics who is renowned for profound wisdom

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

sameadjectiveUS /seɪm/

Identical; not different.

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

schoolnounUS /skuːl/

an educational institution

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

self-interestnounUS /ˈselˈfɪntrəst/

taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

soconjunctionUS /soʊ/

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

thedeterminerUS /ðə/

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

ThesedeterminerUS /ðiːz/

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

thusadverbUS /ðʌs/

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

TimesnounUS /taɪmz/

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

toparticleUS /tuː/

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

veryadjectiveUS /ˈveri/

precisely as stated

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

whatpronounUS /wʌt/

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Dickens, like Kingsley, and like Mr. Ruskin and Mr. Froude, and so many other men of genius and ability, had come under the influence of the old Chelsea sage.[25] And what are the ideas which "Hard Times" is thus intended to popularize?

whenconjunctionUS /wen/

at the time that

From this reading The book, when afterwards published in a complete form, bore a dedication to Carlyle; and very fittingly so, for much of its philosophy is his.

whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

wholeadjectiveUS /hoʊl/

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

withprepositionUS /wɪð/

in the company of; together with

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

WordsnounUS /wɜːrdz/

the words that are spoken

From this reading Philosophical radicalism occupied the same kind of position in "Hard Times," which was commenced in the number of _Household Words_ for the 1st of April, 1854.

worldnounUS /wɜːrld/

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading These: that men are not merely intellectual calculating machines, with reason and self-interest for motive power, but creatures possessing also affections, feelings, fancy--a whole world of emotions that lie outside the ken of the older school of political economists.

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