“The great cry that rises from our manufacturing cities, louder than their furnace blast, is all in very deed for this, that we manufacture everything there except men; we blanch cotton, and strengthen steel, and refine sugar, and shape pottery; but to brighten, to strengthen, to refine, or to form a single living spirit, never enters into our estimate of advantages.”
Quote by John Ruskin
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Selections From the Works of John Ruskin
This book compiles a selection of John Ruskin's writings, encompassing his insights on art, architecture, and social issues, showcasing his influential and often controversial perspectives on the aesthetics and ethics of his time. more
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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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