On the Old Road Vol. 1 (of 2) by John Ruskin
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"On the Old Road, Vol. 1" by John Ruskin is a collection of miscellaneous essays and articles on art and literature, written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as the first part of a broader exploration of artistic themes, touching on topics such as art history, criticism, and the principles of the Pre-Raphaelites. The compilation reflects Ruskin’s deep engagement with the artistic movements of his time and offers insights into
the cultural and aesthetic values at play in 19th-century society. The opening of this work introduces an autobiographical reminiscence where Ruskin reflects on his formative years as a writer under the mentorship of W. H. Harrison, his first editor. In a nostalgic tone, he recounts their friendship and Harrison's rigorous standards for grammatical accuracy, which shaped Ruskin’s writing style. The text reveals Ruskin's insecurities and aspirations as he transitioned from a budding poet to a recognized art critic, setting the stage for a more extensive discussion on art and critical thought that follows in the subsequent essays. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ruskin, John, 1819-1900 |
|---|---|
| Title |
On the Old Road Vol. 1 (of 2) A Collection of Miscellaneous Essays and Articles on Art and Literature |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 42.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Essays |
| Subject | Literature |
| Subject | Art |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25678 |
| Release Date | Jun 2, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jun 11, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 5773 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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