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  • Unto This Last
    John Ruskin
    Unto This Last (1860) is John Ruskin’s critique of classical economics and industrial capitalism. He argues that true wealth is not the accumulation of money but the well-being, moral health, and dignity of people. Ruskin rejects the idea that self-interest alone leads to social good, insisting instead that economic life must be guided by justice, cooperation, and compassion. T...
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    10,43 €

  • A Journey Through the Vibrant Land
    Ruskin Bond
    ’Looking up, I notice a number of bright paper kites that flutter, dip and swerve in the cloudless sky. I cannot recall seeing so many kites before. 'Is it a festival today?' I ask. 'No, Sahib,' says the rickshaw boy. 'Not even a holiday.''Then why so many kites?'He does not even bother to look up. 'You can see kites every day, Sahib.'’Hitch a ride with Ruskin Bond on A Journ...
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    15,48 €

  • GLIMPSES OF THE PAST
    Ruskin Bond
    ’We took the railcar from Kalka. It glided over the rails without any of the huffing and puffing of the steam engine that dragged the little narrow gauge train up the steep mountain. I would be travelling in that train in the years to come, but on this, my first to Shimla, I was given the luxury of the railcar.’There is the past, just out of reach; fog-obscured yet perceptible....
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    15,44 €

  • A Joy For Ever (And Its Price In The Market)
    John Ruskin
    Imagine a world where the value of art transcends mere monetary worth, where its true essence intertwines with the very fabric of society. This profound exploration of art and society delves into the intricate dance between beauty and economics, offering a timeless cultural critique that resonates with today’s readers. Once lost to time, this seminal work was out of print for d...
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    17,12 €

  • MY FAVOURITE ANIMAL STORIES
    Ruskin Bond
    ’A long time ago, when animals could talk, there lived in a forest four wise creatures-a hare, ajackal, an otter and a monkey. They were good friends, and every evening they would sit togetherin a forest glade to discuss the events of the day...’Ruskin Bond’s love for the natural world shines brightly in his stories, where animals are not justbackground figures but vivid charac...
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    23,33 €

  • ECHOES OF EERIE ENCOUNTERS
    Ruskin Bond
    ’Something rose out of the bottom of the pool. It looked like a giant snail, but its head was part human, its body and limbs part squid or octopus. An enormous succubus. It stood taller than the man in the pool. A creature soft and slimy, a survivor from our primaeval past.’Take a plunge into Echoes of Eerie Encounters, a collection of Ruskin Bond’s most haunting stories; some ...
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    23,32 €

  • Fors Clavigera (Volume 1); Letters to the workmen and labourers of Great Britain
    John Ruskin
    Unlock the profound wisdom of John Ruskin in *Fors Clavigera (Volume 1)*, a compelling collection of letters addressing the workmen and labourers of Great Britain. This vital work, long out of print and now lovingly restored by Alpha Editions, speaks directly to the heart of economic justice and worker empowerment, making it a must-read for anyone passionate about social reform...
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    16,04 €

  • Fors Clavigera (Volume 4); Letters to the workmen and labourers of Great Britain
    John Ruskin
    Unlock the profound wisdom of John Ruskin in 'Fors Clavigera (Volume 4); Letters to the Workmen and Labourers of Great Britain.' This compelling collection of letters, long out of print and now beautifully republished by Alpha Editions, speaks directly to the heart of economic inequality and the struggles of the working class in Victorian society. Ruskin’s passionate social com...
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    16,85 €

  • Fors Clavigera (Volume 5); Letters to the workmen and labourers of Great Britain
    John Ruskin
    Unlock the profound wisdom of one of the 19th century’s most influential thinkers with 'Fors Clavigera (Volume 5); Letters to the Workmen and Labourers of Great Britain.' This compelling collection of letters by John Ruskin, a titan of Victorian literature, passionately addresses the struggles of the working class and advocates for economic justice and social reform. Ruskin’s h...
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    17,65 €

  • Fors Clavigera (Volume 6); Letters to the workmen and labourers of Great Britain
    John Ruskin
    Unlock the profound wisdom of the past with 'Fors Clavigera (Volume 6); Letters to the Workmen and Labourers of Great Britain,' a timeless collection of letters that resonate with the struggles and aspirations of today s workforce. This compelling work by the illustrious John Ruskin, a beacon of social reform and economic justice, speaks directly to the heart of the labor movem...
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    19,26 €

  • Fors Clavigera (Volume 2); Letters to the workmen and labourers of Great Britain
    John Ruskin
    Discover the timeless wisdom of John Ruskin in 'Fors Clavigera (Volume 2): Letters to the Workmen and Labourers of Great Britain.' This remarkable collection of letters, now republished by Alpha Editions after decades of being out of print, speaks directly to the heart of economic justice and social reform during the tumultuous Industrial Revolution. Ruskin’s passionate advocac...
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    16,93 €

  • Fors Clavigera (Volume 3); Letters to the workmen and labourers of Great Britain
    John Ruskin
    Unlock the profound insights of John Ruskin in 'Fors Clavigera (Volume 3): Letters to the Workmen and Labourers of Great Britain.' This compelling collection, long out of print and now republished by Alpha Editions, serves as a heartfelt plea for economic justice and workers’ rights in the face of the industrial society of 19th-century England. In these powerful letters, Ruskin...
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    17,70 €

  • The Crown of Wild Olive; also Munera Pulveris; Pre-Raphaelitism; Aratra Pentelici; The Ethics of the Dust; Fiction, Fair and Foul; The Elements of Drawing
    John Ruskin
    Discover the timeless wisdom and artistic brilliance of 'The Crown of Wild Olive' and its companion essays, now beautifully republished by Alpha Editions. This remarkable collection, long out of print, has been meticulously restored for today s and future generations, making it not just a reprint, but a true collector s item and cultural treasure.Delve into the heart of Victori...
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    31,27 €

  • Laughing through Life
    Ruskin Bond
    ’Just you wait and see,’ I told him. ’I’ll make you a cheese omelette you’ll never forget.’ And I did.It was a bit messy, as I was over-generous with the tomatoes, but I thought it tasted rather good.Gautam, however, pushed his plate away, saying, ’You forgot to put in the egg.’There are few miseries in life that a good laugh can’t cure. From the demure chuckle to the unflatter...
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    15,43 €

  • Lectures on Art (Esprios Classics)
    John Ruskin
    John Ruskin (1819-1900) was the leading English art critic of the Victorian era, as well as an art patron, draughtsman, watercolourist, philosopher, prominent social thinker and philanthropist. He wrote on subjects as varied as geology, architecture, myth, ornithology, literature, education, botany and political economy. His writing styles and literary forms were equally varied...
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    20,69 €

  • Hortus Inclusus (Esprios Classics)
    John Ruskin
    John Ruskin (1819-1900) was the leading English art critic of the Victorian era, as well as an art patron, draughtsman, watercolourist, philosopher, prominent social thinker and philanthropist. He wrote on subjects as varied as geology, architecture, myth, ornithology, literature, education, botany and political economy. His writing styles and literary forms were equally varied...
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    22,15 €

  • Lectures on Landscape (Esprios Classics)
    John Ruskin
    John Ruskin (1819-1900) was the leading English art critic of the Victorian era, as well as an art patron, draughtsman, watercolourist, philosopher, prominent social thinker and philanthropist. He wrote on subjects as varied as geology, architecture, myth, ornithology, literature, education, botany and political economy. His writing styles and literary forms were equally varied...
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    17,44 €

  • School’s Out!
    Ruskin Bond
    ’I’m thinking,’ said Romi, ’that even if the fire is out in a day or two, it will be a long time beforethe bridge is repaired. So it will be a nice long holiday from school!’’But you can walk across the river,’ said Teju. ’You just did it.’ ’Impossible,’ said Romi. ’It’s much too swift.’ There is a sense of anticipation in the air, increasing as the clock slowly ticks on, each ...
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    23,32 €

  • Monkey Trouble and Other Stories
    Ruskin Bond
    ’He gave a full-throated roar and moved purposefully through the tall grass. And the roar came backto him, calling him, calling him forward: a roar that meant there would be more tigers in the land!’In the vast tapestry of the world, where earth and sky converge, a delicate thread binds humans andthe wild. Beneath rustling trees, within deep forests, and across endless plains, ...
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    15,43 €

  • Ariadne Florentina
    John Ruskin
    Unlock the timeless artistry of 'Ariadne Florentina: Six Lectures on Wood and Metal Engraving' by the legendary John Ruskin. This captivating work, out of print for decades, has been lovingly restored and republished by Alpha Editions, offering a rare glimpse into the intricate world of engraving. More than just a reprint, this edition is a collector s item and a cultural treas...
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    14,90 €

  • Stronger Every Mile
    Libby Ruskin
    Struggling with menopause, teenage kids and the daily grind of being a mum-Libby has reached breaking point.A weekend in Wales with her daughter changes everything. In need of a challenge and an adventure, they decide to enter a Half Ironman in New Zealand.Her friends thought she was mad. Triathlons were for supreme athletes, not middle-aged mums with bunions and a dodgy hip!Li...
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    12,21 €

  • Mostly Soldiers
    Cora Ruskin
    Mostly Soldiers is a collection of poems about statues. As a resident of Bristol, England, author Cora Ruskin is unavoidably aware of the strong reactions - both political and personal - elicited by these very public works of art. Even uncontroversial statues can raise awkward questions: Why do we have more statues of lions in the world than actual lions? Why are statues of wom...
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    15,96 €

  • Great Trees of India
    Ruskin Bond
    ’Why do you spend so much time in the trees?’ complained my grandmother. ’Why not do somethinguseful for a change?’’The trees are my brothers,’ I would say. ’I like to play with them.’ From the banyans of the plains to the deodars of the hills and the mangroves of the coasts, thetrees of India are the soul of our land and its people. Our memories and myths, our songs andsuperst...
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    10,52 €

  • Modern Painters
    John Ruskin
    Delve into the mind of a master art critic with John Ruskin’s 'Modern Painters, Volume V.' This essential volume completes Ruskin’s groundbreaking exploration of painting, aesthetics, and art theory. A cornerstone of art history, 'Modern Painters' provides invaluable insights into the principles of artistic creation and interpretation. Ruskin’s detailed observations and passion...
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    27,12 €

  • The Story of Ida
    Francesca Alexander / John Ruskin
    Francesca Alexander’s 'The Story of Ida: Epitaph on an Etrurian Tomb' offers a glimpse into Italian history through a compelling narrative. This meticulously prepared edition brings to life a story steeped in the rich culture of Italy, exploring themes resonant across time.Set against the backdrop of ancient Etruscan civilization, this historical fiction delves into the lives o...
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    15,85 €

  • Time and Tide by Weare and Tyne
    John Ruskin
    John Ruskin’s 'Time and Tide by Weare and Tyne: Twenty-five Letters to a Working Man of Sunderland on the Laws of Work' offers a compelling glimpse into 19th-century debates surrounding labor, ethics, and social reform. Written directly to a working man, these letters delve into the political economy of the era, examining the challenges faced by the working class in Great Brita...
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    20,16 €

  • A Joy For Ever
    John Ruskin
    John Ruskin’s 'A Joy For Ever (And Its Price in the Market)' remains a vital exploration of art’s intrinsic value within a society often driven by purely economic considerations. A foundational text in both art criticism and political economy, Ruskin delves into the ethical dimensions of labor, production, and consumption.Originally delivered as lectures, this thought-provoking...
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    20,21 €

  • Lectures on Landscape
    John Ruskin
    'Lectures on Landscape,' delivered at Oxford in Lent Term, 1871, presents John Ruskin’s influential art theory and criticism concerning landscape painting. A cornerstone of 19th-century art thought, Ruskin’s lectures explore the principles and techniques underpinning great landscape art. Diving into the subject of landscape itself, Ruskin examines what makes particular scenes w...
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    14,72 €

  • Mornings in Florence
    John Ruskin
    Explore the heart of the Italian Renaissance with John Ruskin’s 'Mornings in Florence,' a timeless exploration of art and architecture in one of history’s most vibrant cities. Ruskin, a renowned art critic, guides readers through the streets of Florence, offering insightful observations and historical context.Delve into the cultural history of Florence and gain a deeper appreci...
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    17,72 €

  • The Two Paths
    John Ruskin
    'The Two Paths' by John Ruskin explores the fundamental principles underlying art and design, particularly within the decorative arts. This influential work delves into the relationship between architecture, painting, drawing, and the broader artistic landscape of the era. Ruskin’s insightful analysis examines historical trends in art, offering perspectives on technique and aes...
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    20,19 €


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