Sesame and Lilies [Hardcover] J. Rukin

Description

Former library. Hardcover is in good condition. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure. Ships from Colorado.

This vintage copy of “Sesame and Lilies” by the renowned Victorian art critic and social commentator John Ruskin offers a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual and cultural currents of 19th-century Britain. Originally published in 1865, this influential work comprises two lectures Ruskin delivered on the subject of books, education, and the role of women in society. In the first lecture, “Sesame,” Ruskin extols the virtues of reading and advocates for the democratization of knowledge, while in “Lilies,” he expounds on his controversial views regarding the proper place and duties of women. A product of its time, the book reflects the prevailing attitudes and debates surrounding gender roles, education, and the dissemination of knowledge during the Victorian era. Despite its dated perspectives, Ruskin’s eloquent prose and penetrating insights into the societal issues of his day have ensured the enduring relevance of this seminal work. This well-preserved ex-library copy, devoid of a dust jacket but with clean pages and a secure binding, would be a prized addition to any collection of classic literature or a valuable resource for scholars studying the cultural and intellectual history of 19th-century Britain.