The lamp of memory

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The lamp of memory

John Ruskin

(Penguin books, . Great ideas ; 48)

Penguin, 2008

  • : pbk

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  • The lamp of memory
  • Cambridge School of Art : inaugural address (1858)
  • Of kings' treasuries
  • Traffic

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John Ruskin overturned Victorian society's ideas about art and architecture, arguing that ancient buildings must be conserved for their deep, mystical links with the past and that creative design is essential - not for financial gain, but to communicate eternal human truths. Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are.

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