First published in 1865, Ruskin’s two lectures on educational reform codify Victorian ideals of men and women. In “Of Kings’ Treasuries, ” Ruskin critiques contemporary manhood, while in “Of Queens’ Gardens, ” he urges women to be educated to serve as the moral guides of men. An intriguing look into the roles of men, women, and the family in the nineteenth century.
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John Ruskin (1819-1900) was an English acclaimed poet, artist, as well as an influential critic of art and society. He wrote on topics ranging from geology and botany to politics, architecture, art, and literature. Ruskin influenced the Gothic Revival and did much to popularize high art.
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Language English ● Format EPUB ● Pages 148 ● ISBN 9781411451445 ● File size 0.2 MB ● Age 99-17 years ● Publisher Barnes & Noble ● Published 2011 ● Downloadable 24 months ● Currency EUR ● ID 5863667 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM
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