Better the rudest work that tells a story or records a fact, than the richest without meaning. John Ruskin on work
He is the greatest artist who has embodied, in the sum of his works, the greatest number of the greatest ideas. John Ruskin on art
Endurance is nobler than strength, and patience than beauty. John Ruskin on endurance
I believe the first test of a truly great man is in his humility. John Ruskin on humility
In general, pride is at the bottom of all great mistakes. John Ruskin on pride
Modern travelling is not travelling at all; it is merely being sent to a place, and very little different from becoming a parcel. John Ruskin on travel
The greatest thing a human soul ever does in this world...To see clearly is poetry, prophecy and religion all in one. John Ruskin on vision