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John Ruskin: An Illustrated Life of John Ruskin, 1819-1900 (Shire Library)
James S. Dearden
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Description for John Ruskin: An Illustrated Life of John Ruskin, 1819-1900 (Shire Library)
Paperback. Series: Lifelines S. Num Pages: 64 pages, illustrations (some color), bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 149 x 5. Weight in Grams: 168. New.
John Ruskin was one of the most influential writers of the nineteenth century. His study of art and architecture in Britain and Europe led him to consider of the conditions of the people who lived in his world, and his interests embraced social and political economy. His ideas propounded in books like Unto This Last had a profound effect: William Morris, Bernard Shaw and many other early socialists practised his teachings. It also shows where the effects of his teaching can be seen today, in green belts, town planning, smokeless zones, the Rent Restrictions Act and the National Trust.
John Ruskin was one of the most influential writers of the nineteenth century. His study of art and architecture in Britain and Europe led him to consider of the conditions of the people who lived in his world, and his interests embraced social and political economy. His ideas propounded in books like Unto This Last had a profound effect: William Morris, Bernard Shaw and many other early socialists practised his teachings. It also shows where the effects of his teaching can be seen today, in green belts, town planning, smokeless zones, the Rent Restrictions Act and the National Trust.
Product Details
Publisher
Shire Publications
Number of pages
64
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Series
Lifelines S.
Condition
New
Number of Pages
64
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780747805991
SKU
9780747805991
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About James S. Dearden
James S. Dearden is Director for Ruskin Affairs in the Guild of St George.
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