Publisher's Synopsis
Lectures on Art by John Ruskin is a collection of essays and speeches delivered by the renowned art critic and writer. The book is a comprehensive exploration of Ruskin's views on art, its importance in society, and the role of the artist in creating and interpreting it. The lectures cover a wide range of topics, including the principles of art, the relationship between art and nature, the value of art in education, and the importance of art in shaping society. Ruskin's writing is characterized by his passionate advocacy for the importance of art in all aspects of human life, and his belief that art should be accessible to everyone, not just the elite.The book is divided into three parts, each containing a series of lectures. The first part focuses on the principles of art, including Ruskin's views on beauty, truth, and morality in art. The second part explores the relationship between art and nature, with lectures on topics such as the importance of studying nature in art, the role of the artist in capturing the essence of nature, and the impact of industrialization on the natural world.The third part of the book focuses on the role of art in society, with lectures on topics such as the importance of art in education, the role of the artist as a social commentator, and the relationship between art and morality. Throughout the book, Ruskin's writing is marked by his eloquence, his deep knowledge of art history and theory, and his passionate commitment to the importance of art in human life.Overall, Lectures on Art is a seminal work in the history of art criticism, and a must-read for anyone interested in the role of art in society. Ruskin's writing is both insightful and inspiring, and his ideas continue to resonate with readers today.1870. Delivered before the University of Oxford in Hilary Term. Ruskin, the greatest Victorian bar, was an artist, scientist, poet, environmentalist, philosopher, and the preeminent art critic of his time. The titles of the seven lectures contained in this volume are: Inaugural; The Relation of Art to Religion; The Relation of Art to Morals; The Relation of Art to Use; Line; Light; and Color. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
