Selected Essays of Ruskin

Author: (British) John Ruskin, translated by Sha Mingyao
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Publish Date: 1997-08-01
Features: John Ruskin was a unique prose writer and art critic of 19th-century Britain. His prose is strong in reasoning, exquisite in analysis, and skillful in description. The content of his works mostly involves reflections and critiques on major issues such as life, society, and natural environments. His profound thoughts, extraordinary and vivid love-hate sentiments, and broad-mindedness often inspire readers to feel as if they are gazing at towering mountains and witnessing the rushing of great rivers, while also gaining enlightenment. This collection selects and translates some classic works from Ruskin's representative works such as "The Queen of the Air," "The Crown of Wild Olives," and "Modern Painters," totaling 10 essays.