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This scholarly work, titled The Ancient Dialect: Thomas Carlyle and Comparative Religion, is authored by Ruth apRoberts and published by the University of California Press in 1988. The book provides a profound examination of Thomas Carlyle's influence on the study of religion during the 19th century. apRoberts explores Carlyle's perspective on universal history and his unique approach to comparative religion, connecting his thought to figures such as Hume, Goethe, and Mahomet. This first edition printing is an essential resource for those interested in Victorian studies, literary criticism, and religious history. The volume includes a detailed index and a note on sources, referencing critical editions of Carlyle's essays and letters. As an academic publication from a prestigious university press, it offers a rigorous analysis of the intersection between literature and theological inquiry, making it a valuable addition to any collection focused on 19th-century intellectual history.