Great Ideas the Lamp of Memory

by John Ruskin

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0092FSDZS
• ISBN13: 9780141036670
• Release Date: September 2008
• Publisher: Penguin UK
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 4.4" x 7.2"