On the Old Road Vol. 1 (of 2) : A Collection of Miscellaneous Essays and Articles on Art and Literature

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ruskin, John, 1819-1900

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"On the Old Road, Vol. 1" by John Ruskin is a collection of miscellaneous essays and articles on art and literature, written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as the first part of a broader exploration of artistic themes, touching on topics such as art history, criticism, and the principles of the Pre-Raphaelites. The compilation reflects Ruskin's deep engagement with the artistic movements of his time and offers insights into the cultural and aesthetic values at play in 19th-century society. The opening of this work introduces an autobiographical reminiscence where Ruskin reflects on his formative years as a writer under the mentorship of W. H. Harrison, his first editor. In a nostalgic tone, he recounts their friendship and Harrison's rigorous standards for grammatical accuracy, which shaped Ruskin's writing style. The text reveals Ruskin's insecurities and aspirations as he transitioned from a budding poet to a recognized art critic, setting the stage for a more extensive discussion on art and critical thought that follows in the subsequent essays. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 42.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2008-06-02