# Sartor Resartus: The Life and Opinions of Herr Teufelsdröckh

**Author:** Thomas Carlyle
**Tags:** Satire, Humorous stories, Conduct of life, Didactic fiction, Germany, Clothing and dress, Philosophers
**Price:** Free
**Formats:** DOCX, EPUB, FB2, PDF, TXT
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**Added:** 10.07.2026
**URL:** https://samolit.com/books/96585

## Description

Uncover the eccentric mind of Diogenes Teufelsdröckh, a fictional German philosopher whose life and opinions are meticulously, if bewilderingly, presented by an unnamed English editor. This unique satirical and philosophical novel, whose title translates to "The Tailor Retailored," delves into Teufelsdröckh’s profound "Philosophy of Clothes." Through this unconventional lens, Carlyle explores the distinction between appearance and reality, suggesting that society's institutions, like garments, are but transient coverings over enduring spiritual truths. The editor grapples with Teufelsdröckh's fragmented autobiography, chronicling his journey from intellectual brilliance and failed romance to a spiritual crisis known as "The Everlasting No," eventually reaching an affirmation of life. Blending humor, autobiography, and sharp critique of nineteenth-century materialism and German Idealism, this work challenges readers to look beyond the superficial and seek deeper meaning in the fabric of existence.