Unto This Last
Unto This Last
John Ruskin
Mahatma Gandhi
I could not get any sleep that night. I was determined to change my life in accordance with the ideals of [this book]. - Mahatma Gandhi
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Unto This Last

Unto This Last and Other Writings

John Ruskin
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In "Unto This Last," John Ruskin challenges the very foundations of Victorian society, intertwining art, morality, and economics to argue against the dehumanizing effects of industrialization. This profound critique transcends the era's prevailing beliefs in political economy, advocating for a world where wealth is measured not in material gains but in the quality of life it affords every individual. Ruskin's eloquent prose and passionate advocacy for a more just society resonate through each page, making his work not just a piece of criticism but a call to action. His vision is one of a society that values human life and beauty as its greatest treasures, a poignant reminder of the costs of progress and the enduring value of compassion. Ruskin's work is a testament to the power of thought and the impact of words on the course of human history. "Unto This Last" goes beyond mere social criticism to offer a vision of a world where economics and ethics are inseparable, where the pursuit of wealth serves the higher purpose of enhancing human well-being. It is a radical departure from the norms of his time, a daring challenge to the status quo, and a philosophical inquiry that is as relevant today as it was in the Victorian age. Through Ruskin's masterful blend of argument and artistry, "Unto This Last" emerges not only as a critique of nineteenth-century economic practices but as a timeless reflection on the moral imperatives that should guide our quest for progress.

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Released
1860
1 Jan
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368
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I could not get any sleep that night. I was determined to change my life in accordance with the ideals of [this book]. - Mahatma Gandhi
The entire object of true education is to make people not merely do the right things, but enjoy the right things — not merely industrious, but to love industry — not merely learned, but to love knowledge — not merely pure, but to love purity — not merely just, but to hunger and thirst after justice.
— John Ruskin, Unto This Last

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