Fors Clavigera (Volume 5 of 8) Letters to the workmen and labourers of Great Britain

Language: EnglishPublished: May 7, 2022

Subjects:

Conduct of life Great Britain Social conditions 19th century Social problems Aesthetics Working class

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society History - British Sociology - 1

Authors:

Ruskin, John
1819 - 1900

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In the late 19th century, John Ruskin penned "Fors Clavigera (Volume 5 of 8)", a powerful collection of letters directed at the workmen and labourers of Great Britain. Within these pages, Ruskin delves into pressing social, moral, and educational concerns of the era, urging for societal progress through fostering a unique sense of community and responsibility. This document emphasizes the significance of labor and the vital role it plays in shaping the fabric of society. Ideal for students of history and civic activists, "Fors Clavigera" offers a poignant insight into the challenges faced by the working class during this transformative period in British history.