The Complete Works

<p>This collection contains four important works by John Ruskin: <i>Crown of Wild Olives</i> a series of essays on work traffic and war; <i>Munera Pulveris</i> which explores the elements of political economy; <i>Pre-Raphaelitism</i> Ruskin's defense of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood; and <i>Aratra Pentelici</i> lectures on the elements of sculpture. Together these writings showcase Ruskin's diverse interests and offer insights into his social economic and aesthetic theories. </p><p>Ruskin's powerful prose and profound observations continue to resonate with readers today making this collection an essential addition to any library. This edition presents these influential works in a single accessible volume.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>