Literary notes about indefatigable (AI summary)
Literary writers employ "indefatigable" to evoke an image of relentless energy and unwavering persistence in both characters and natural forces. In historical narratives, it characterizes figures whose resolute efforts never wane, such as emperors or military leaders whose determination propels monumental feats [1, 2], while in biographical or scholarly contexts it lauds personal discipline and ceaseless industry [3, 4]. The word also adorns the pages of adventure and myth, where protagonists or even elements of nature—like a powerful current or an untiring horse—are described as indefatigable, thus imbuing them with a heroic, almost legendary quality [5, 6]. This versatile epithet, used across a broad spectrum of genres, underscores the ceaseless, admirable drive inherent in both individuals and events that shape history and literature [7, 8].
- As he withdrew from his station in quest of a surgeon, his flight was perceived and stopped by the indefatigable emperor.
— from The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon - Always on the spot when he was wanted, an indefatigable worker, and unswervingly loyal to his chief.
— from A Diplomat in Japan by Ernest Mason Satow - Indefatigable in his private studies, he rose to them in winter and in summer at two o'clock in the morning.
— from Fox's Book of Martyrs by John Foxe - I spent no time in taverns, games, or frolicks of any kind; and my industry in my business continu'd as indefatigable as it was necessary.
— from Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin by Benjamin Franklin - The current was an indefatigable moving power, and it was employed in conveying the floating wood to the moment when the frost enchained it.
— from The Mysterious Island by Jules Verne - The steed was a descendant of Odin’s eight-footed horse Sleipnir, and besides being unusually strong and indefatigable, was as fearless as his master.
— from Myths of the Norsemen: From the Eddas and Sagas by H. A. Guerber - "Your son is indefatigable," said I. "It is my reward," said Mr. Turveydrop, "to hear you say so.
— from Bleak House by Charles Dickens - In the meantime Ferrier having recovered from his privations, distinguished himself as a useful guide and an indefatigable hunter.
— from A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle
