Prosperpina, Ariadne Florentina, The Opening Of The Crystal Palace: The Complete Works Of John Ruskin (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432633981)

Prosperpina, Ariadne Florentina, The Opening Of The Crystal Palace: The Complete Works Of John Ruskin is a comprehensive collection of the literary works of the renowned English art critic, John Ruskin. The book is divided into three parts, each containing a different set of Ruskin's writings. The first part, Prosperpina, is a series of essays on the subject of Greek myths and legends. The second part, Ariadne Florentina, is a collection of Ruskin's lectures on art and architecture. The third part, The Opening Of The Crystal Palace, is a detailed account of the opening ceremony of the famous Crystal Palace in London. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the works of John Ruskin, as it contains all of his major literary contributions. Ruskin was a highly influential figure in the Victorian era, and his writings on art, architecture, and social issues continue to be studied and admired to this day. The book provides a fascinating insight into Ruskin's views on a wide range of subjects, from the beauty of nature to the role of art in society. It is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of art and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Ruskin
ISBN-10: 1432633988
ISBN-13: 9781432633981
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 476
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.53lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d