Ruskin, John, 1819-1900

Fors Clavigera (Volume 2 of 8) : Letters to the workmen and labourers of Great Britain - 1 online resource : multiple file formats

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"Fors Clavigera (Volume 2 of 8)" by John Ruskin is a series of letters published during the 1870s. Addressed to British workmen and laborers, these pamphlets explore Ruskin's moral and social vision centered on the dignity of sincere labor. Inspired by Thomas Carlyle's thinking, the letters tackle various topics aimed at influencing social change. The series became notorious for containing Ruskin's scathing critique of painter James McNeill Whistler, which sparked a famous libel case that reshaped Ruskin's career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)



Conduct of life Social problems Aesthetics Great Britain -- Social conditions -- 19th century Working class -- Great Britain

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