1879 - John Ruskin’s -The True and Beautiful In Nature, Art, Morals, and Religion

Published 1879
John Wiley & SOns, Publishers/ New York

John Ruskin's work, "The True and the Beautiful in Nature, Art, Morals, and Religion," is a comprehensive exploration of Ruskin's beliefs regarding the interconnectedness of various aspects of human life and culture. Ruskin argues that there is an inherent truth and beauty in nature and art, and that understanding and appreciating these elements can lead to moral and spiritual enlightenment. He emphasizes the importance of observing and preserving the natural world and advocates for a return to simpler, more authentic modes of living and artistic creation. Ruskin's work had a significant influence on the Victorian era's cultural and artistic values, shaping discussions on aesthetics, ethics, and the environment.

Deep merlot cloth with gilt text and detail to front board and spine, portrait frontispiece with tissue guard, binding tight, clean pages, bumping to spine edges/bottom corners, rubbing/wear to spine edges, 452pp.

Size: 5 1/2” x 7 3/4”

A very lovely piece from the past! Would make a wonderful antiquarian gift for someone special!