作者: F. A. Malleson

John Ruskin (1819-1900) was an eminent Victorian whose expertise spanned a remarkable range of disciplines, including art, architecture, literature, and social criticism. Known for his eloquent writing and progressive social theories, Ruskin used his works to address socio-economic conditions and advocate for a connection between art, nature, and society. He was a luminary in Victorian England, holding the inaugural Slade Professorship of Fine Art at the University of Oxford and inspiring the Arts and Crafts Movement. His literary style was characterized by fervent prose advocating moral and aesthetic values in society. One of Ruskin”s notable contributions is “Letters to the Clergy on the Lord”s Prayer and the Church” (1880), wherein he examined the relationship between religious practices and the ethical life of the church. This book mirrored his broader concerns with morality in society and the potential for religion to advocate for social justice. He was also renowned for other influential works such as “Modern Painters” (1843-1860), “The Seven Lamps of Architecture” (1849), and “The Stones of Venice” (1851-1853), which have cemented his legacy as a visionary thinker and critically acclaimed author.