“One evening, when I was yet in my nurse's arms, I wanted to touch the tea urn, which was boiling merrily ... My nurse would have taken me away from the urn, but my mother said "Let him touch it." So I touched it - and that was my first lesson in the meaning of liberty.”
Quote by John Ruskin
Work
The works of John Ruskin
This extensive compilation includes a variety of works that explore art, architecture, social issues, and the role of the artist in society. Ruskin's influential essays on the aesthetics of nature and the importance of craftsmanship are particularly noteworthy. more
Author
John Ruskin
John Ruskin was an influential British art critic, writer, and social critic. Known for his profound insights into art, architecture, and social issues, he had a significant impact on the aesthetics and culture of the Victorian era. more
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