“When I have been unhappy, I have heard an opera... and it seemed the shrieking of winds; when I am happy, a sparrow's chirp is delicious to me. But it is not the chirp that makes me happy, but I that make it sweet.”
Quote by John Ruskin
Work
The Correspondence of John Ruskin and Charles Eliot Norton
The Correspondence of John Ruskin and Charles Eliot Norton is a comprehensive compilation of letters exchanged between John Ruskin and Charles Eliot Norton. Spanning from the 1850s to the early 1900s, these letters offer a unique perspective on the cultural and intellectual climate of their time. The correspondence reveals the depth of their mutual respect and the influence they had on each other's work, as well as their shared interests in art, literature, and social issues. 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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