The Eagle's Nest by John Ruskin

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Author Ruskin, John, 1819-1900
Title The Eagle's Nest
Ten Lectures on the Relation of Natural Science to Art, Given Before the University of Oxford, in Lent Term, 1872
Credits E-text prepared by Paul Murray, KD Weeks, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Eagle's Nest" by John Ruskin is a collection of lectures on the intersection of natural science and art, delivered in the early 19th century. This work, which consists of ten lectures, discusses the importance of wisdom in both fields, arguing that understanding and emotion are vital to true mastery in art, rather than technical skills alone. Ruskin brings forth concepts such as the virtues of art and science, and he challenges the audience to reflect on how these domains influence human experience and perception. At the start of the work, Ruskin establishes the tone and intent of his lectures, emphasizing the importance of clarity and accessibility in his teaching. He opens by reflecting on how art and science should ideally work together to elevate human understanding and appreciation of beauty. He introduces the concept of "sophia," or wisdom, as a guiding principle that must govern both artistic creation and scientific inquiry. Through various examples, he encourages his audience to pursue knowledge that is unselfish and enriching, setting the stage for his exploration of deeper philosophical ideas throughout the lectures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class N: Fine Arts
Subject Art and science
Category Text
EBook-No. 42917
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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