Publisher's Synopsis
John Ruskin�������s Letters to William Ward: With a Short Biography of William Ward (1922) is a collection of letters exchanged between John Ruskin, the renowned English art critic, writer and social thinker, and his friend William Ward, a prominent artist and art patron. The book also includes a short biography of William Ward, which sheds light on his life and work.The letters in this book cover a wide range of topics, including art, literature, philosophy, and social issues. Ruskin and Ward discuss their mutual interests in art and aesthetics, and exchange ideas on the nature of beauty, the role of art in society, and the importance of preserving historic architecture and cultural heritage.The letters also reveal Ruskin�������s personal struggles and his deep concern for social justice and environmental preservation. He writes about his own health problems, his financial struggles, and his efforts to promote ethical and sustainable practices in the art world.Overall, John Ruskin�������s Letters to William Ward is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential thinkers of the Victorian era, and a testament to the enduring friendship between two great artists and thinkers.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.
