Book I
Teufelsdröckh is the enigmatic German philosopher whose work 'Sartor Resartus' is being introduced and examined by the Editor.
I: Preliminary
Professor Teufelsdröckh is the author of the treatise on clothes, newly published and sent to the Editor.
II: Editorial Difficulties
Teufelsdröckh is the author of the Philosophy of Clothes, a volume that reveals a new branch of philosophy and a unique personal character, though his biography remains enigmatic.
III: Reminiscences
The Professor is portrayed as a still, meditative man devoted to higher philosophies, who unexpectedly publishes a work on clothes. He is known for his enigmatic demeanor, his toast to the poor, and his habit of smoking and thinking in the coffeehouse.
IV: Characteristics
The Professor is described as a wild, shaggy Seer with an untutored energy, a strange impartiality, and a deeply enigmatic nature. His rare laughter is recounted.
The World in Clothes
The Professor delivers his philosophy of clothes, tracing human development through costume and tool use.
VI: Aprons
Author of the section on Aprons, whose rambling and erroneous digressions are critiqued by the Editor.
Miscellaneous-Historical
The Professor is the primary voice, offering historical observations and wry commentary on fashion and human vanity.
VIII: The World Out of Clothes
The author of the philosophical treatise; presents his grand Proposition that society is founded upon Cloth and meditates on identity and the nature of existence.
IX: Adamitism
Argues that society is founded upon cloth and imagines the dissolution of government if clothes were removed; defends the symbolic power of clothing while critiquing its abuses.
Pure Reason
Delivers a passionate defense of wonder and mysticism, critiquing materialist science and celebrating the spiritual essence beneath clothes.
Prospective
The subject of the biography; his autobiographical materials are chaotic and enigmatic.
Book II
Central figure whose biography is being compiled; experiences childhood, education, love, and spiritual crises.
I: Genesis
The infant protagonist, left with the Futterals; his origins are mysterious, and he is noted as a still, thoughtful child who seldom cried.
II: Idyllic
Narrates his childhood memories with poetic nostalgia, reflecting on the significance of early experiences.
Pedagogy
Reflects on his university and Gymnasium years, feeling orphaned and unique, and grappling with poverty and mis-education.
Getting Under Way
The autobiographer, reflecting on his post-university struggles, his rejection of the legal profession, and his sense of being a 'visible Temporary Figure' with spiritual and physical forces.
V: Romance
Falls in love with Blumine, experiences ecstasy and heartbreak, and is left devastated by her rejection.
Sorrows of Teufelsdröckh
The Professor experiences profound sorrow after losing Blumine, yet he conceals his inner turmoil and begins a wandering journey across the globe.
VII: The Everlasting No
Protagonist undergoing a profound spiritual crisis, expressing despair, doubt, and a defiant rejection of unbelief.
Centre of Indifference
Narrates his reflections on books, war, and his spiritual state; recounts encounters at Wagram, the North Cape, and with Napoleon.
IX: The Everlasting Yea
Narrates his spiritual journey from despair to the Everlasting Yea, emphasizing work, renunciation of false happiness, and the perception of the divine in the universe.
X: Pause
Teufelsdröckh has undergone a conversion, now seeing his calling as a writer and thinker, using his brain and pen as tools. He hints at founding a Society for the Conservation of Property.
Book III
The protagonist whose spiritual journey and philosophical reflections form the core of Book III, including his experiences of the Everlasting No and Everlasting Yea.
Incident in Modern History
Author of the Clothes-Volume; presents George Fox's leather suit as the most remarkable incident in modern history.
II: Church-Clothes
Author of the chapter on Church-Clothes, presenting his oracular philosophy on religion and society.
Symbols
The Professor whose speculations on Symbols are being excerpted and arranged by the Editor.
IV: Helotage
Provides marginal commentary on Heuschrecke's tract, expressing radical views on human dignity, labor, and the tragedy of spiritual ignorance among the poor.
The Phoenix
Central voice of the chapter; delivers a scathing critique of society and prophesies its destruction and rebirth.
VI: Old Clothes
Describes his meditative walks through Monmouth Street and his philosophy of reverence for old clothes and universal courtesy.
VII: Organic Filaments
Delivers the central discourse on organic filaments, hero-worship, and the interconnectedness of humanity across time.
Natural Supernaturalism
The Professor becomes a Seer, grappling with and overcoming the phantasms of Time and Space to attain Transcendentalism.
IX: Circumspective
Teufelsdröckh is the subject of the Editor's commentary; his Clothes-Philosophy and metaphorical style are discussed, and he is credited with leading the reader into the 'Land of Dreams.'
X: The Dandiacal Body
Provides the extended philosophical analysis of the Dandiacal Body and the Drudge Sect, drawing on his Clothes-Philosophy.
XI: Tailors
Delivers the concluding discourse on Tailors, defending their humanity and creative role in society.
XII: Farewell
The Professor has disappeared from Weissnichtwo, possibly to London; the Editor reflects on his character and legacy.
Appendix
Teufelsdröckh's writings or biography may be further documented in the Appendix.
Testimonies of Authors
The supposed author of the Philosophy of Clothes, whose existence is doubted by the North-American Reviewer.
Endnotes
Referenced as communicating under a mask or feigned name.
