Ruskin In Oxford And Other Studies

By George William Kitchin

Book Overview

Ruskin In Oxford And Other Studies is a book written by George Kitchin. The book is a collection of essays that explore the life and work of John Ruskin, a renowned art critic, writer, and social thinker of the Victorian era. The book includes a detailed account of Ruskin's time as a student and later as a professor at the University of Oxford, where he made a significant contribution to the development of the university's curriculum and played a key role in shaping the intellectual climate of the time.In addition to the essays on Ruskin's life in Oxford, the book also includes several other studies that examine different aspects of his work, including his writing on art, architecture, and social issues. Kitchin provides a detailed analysis of Ruskin's ideas on beauty, nature, and morality, and explores how these ideas influenced his views on the role of art in society.Overall, Ruskin In Oxford And Other Studies is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the life and work of one of the most important cultural figures of the Victorian era. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of art, literature, and social thought in the 19th century.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162747196
• ISBN13: 9781162747194
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"