“A thing is worth what it can do for you, not what you choose to pay for it.”
Quote by John Ruskin
Work
The Seven Lamps of Architecture: Also, Lectures on Architecture and Painting; The Study of Architecture; Sesame and Lilies; Unto this Last; The Queen of the Air; The Storm-cloud of the Nineteenth Century
This book is a compilation of lectures and essays by an influential figure in the field of architecture. It covers topics such as architectural design principles, the role of painting in architecture, and philosophical musings on social and architectural issues. The collection includes works on the study of architecture and reflections on the nature of beauty and utility in design. 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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