John Ruskin — Sesame and Lilies

London, Arthur L. Humphreys, 1910. Leather. A smartly bound edition of John Ruskin's well known lectures, bound by Hatchards. Bound by Hatchards. 'Sesame and Lilies' contains three critical lectures by John Ruskin, 'Of Kings' Treasuries', 'Of Queens' Gardens', and 'The Mystery of Life and its Arts&apos.This proved to be Ruskin's most popular work. John Ruskin was an art critic in Victorian England, being an influential figure in the art world, especially with the Pre-Raphaelites. He was also greatly admired by Leo Tolstoy, Marcel Proust, and William Morris.Part of The Royal Library Belles Lettres Series. In a half calf binding with cloth to the boards, bound by Hatchards. Externally, smart. Spine is faded. A few small marks to the boards and spine, a little heavier to the rear board. A few spots to the fore edge. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed .