The Ethics of the Dust: Ten Lectures to Little Housewives on the Elements of Crystallization (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781497842434)

The Ethics of the Dust: Ten Lectures to Little Housewives on the Elements of Crystallization is a book written by John Ruskin. It is a collection of ten lectures that Ruskin delivered to young girls in the 1860s. The lectures cover a range of topics related to the formation of crystals, including the properties of different minerals, the laws of crystallization, and the role of heat and pressure in the formation of crystals. However, the lectures are not solely focused on science. Ruskin also uses the formation of crystals as a metaphor for the development of moral character. He argues that just as crystals are formed through a process of growth and transformation, so too can individuals develop their own moral character through self-reflection and personal growth. The book is written in a conversational style and is intended for a general audience. It is particularly aimed at young girls and women, who were often excluded from scientific education in the 19th century. Ruskin hoped that by teaching girls about the natural world, he could help them develop a deeper appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the world around them. Overall, The Ethics of the Dust is a unique and thought-provoking work that blends science, philosophy, and ethics in an accessible and engaging way.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1894 Edition.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: 1497842433
ISBN-13: 9781497842434
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 03/29/2014
Pages: 266
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d