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Sesame and Lilies the Two Paths and the King of the Golden River: With an Introduction
Hardcover
PhilosophyArt HistoryLiterary Criticism
ISBN13: 9781025374840
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 316
Weight: 1.36
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Sesame and Lilies the Two Paths and the King of the Golden River brings together some of the most influential and diverse writings of the Victorian era, offering a window into the moral and aesthetic philosophy of John Ruskin. Sesame and Lilies serves as a profound meditation on the power of education and the treasures found within literature. Through these lectures, the author explores the roles of men and women in society, advocating for a life guided by intellectual depth and social responsibility.
In The Two Paths, the focus shifts to the intricate relationship between art, design, and manufacture. These lectures argue that the quality of a nation's craftsmanship is an outward reflection of its inner moral health, making it an essential text for anyone interested in the social impact of the industrial revolution and the philosophy of aesthetics.
Complementing these intellectual works is The King of the Golden River, a classic fairy tale that uses the tradition of folklore to deliver a powerful moral lesson on greed, kindness, and the stewardship of nature. This collection represents a vital cross-section of 19th-century thought, blending social criticism, art history, and narrative fiction into a cohesive vision for a more ethical society.
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