Great Ideas the Lamp of Memory

by John Ruskin

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John Ruskin overturned Victorian society's ideas about art and architecture, arguing that ancient buildings must be conserved for their deep, mystical links with the past and that creative design is essential - not for financial gain, but to communicate eternal human truths.

Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:B0092FSDZS

ISBN13:9780141036670

Release Date:September 2008

Publisher:Penguin UK

Length:144 Pages

Weight:0.21 lbs.

Dimensions:0.4" x 4.4" x 7.2"

Related Subjects

Art Arts, Music & Photography Essays Essays & Correspondence History Literary Criticism Literary Criticism & Collections Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Social Sciences

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