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John Ruskin: His Life and Teaching

John Ruskin: His Life and Teaching

Mather, J. Marshall

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ISBN10: 076617042X
ISBN13: 9780766170421
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jul 26 2003
Pages: 184
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.41 Width: 8.30 Depth: 11.06
Language: English
John Ruskin: His Life and Teaching by J. Marshall Mather is a comprehensive biography of the famous Victorian art critic, social thinker, and writer, John Ruskin. The book covers Ruskin's life from his birth in 1819 to his death in 1900, exploring his childhood, education, family life, and his influential career. Mather delves into Ruskin's artistic interests and his contributions to the world of art criticism, including his views on the Pre-Raphaelite movement and his championing of the Gothic style. The book also explores Ruskin's social and political beliefs, including his advocacy for workers' rights, his critique of industrialization, and his support for the preservation of natural landscapes. Mather's biography draws on a range of primary sources, including Ruskin's personal diaries and letters, as well as contemporary accounts of his life and work. The book provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of Ruskin, illuminating his complex personality, his intellectual development, and his enduring legacy. Overall, John Ruskin: His Life and Teaching is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this influential Victorian thinker and writer.1892. Contents: parentage, youth, manhood; early literary and artistic efforts; first period of literary activity; second period of literary activity; social science; education; art; political economy; moral influences of Ruskin's writings; Ruskin's future rank as writer and teacher. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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