“The ascendancy over men's minds of the ruins of the stupendous past, the past of history, legend and myth, at once factual and fantastic, stretching back and back into ages that can but be surmised, is half-mystical in basis. The intoxication, at once so heady and so devout, is not the romantic melancholy engendered by broken towers and mouldered stones; it is the soaring of the imagination into the high empyrean where huge episodes are tangled with myths and dreams; it is the stunning impact of world history on its amazed heirs.”
Quote by Rose Macaulay
Work
Roloff Beny interprets in photographs Pleasure of ruins
Roloff Beny's 'Interprets in photographs Pleasure of ruins' is a visual exploration of the charm and poignancy found in the remnants of historical sites and natural formations. The book features a curated selection of Beny's photographs, each meticulously captured to highlight the intricate details and emotional depth of these abandoned spaces. The images invite viewers to reflect on the passage of time and the enduring appeal of decay. more
Author
Rose Macaulay
Rose Macaulay (August 1, 1881 – October 30, 1958) was a distinguished British writer, novelist, poet, and critic. Known for her wit, satire, and keen social observation, she authored over 30 works, including novels, essays, travelogues, and poetry. Born in Cambridge to an academic family, she studied at Oxford but left without a degree. Her notable works include 'The Towers of Trebizond' and 'They Were Defeated.' Macaulay never married but had a secret love affair. Her writing often explored faith, morality, and women's independence. She died of a heart attack in 1958 at age 77. more
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