To See Clearly: Why Ruskin Matters
| Date | Thursday 2nd May 2019 |
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| Time | 19:00 until |
| Meet At | Central Library, Carpenter Room Central Library, Surrey Street, Sheffield S1 1XZ |
| Organised By | Sheffield Libraries |
| Description | Dr Suzanne Fagence Cooper delves into Ruskin's writings and uncovers the dizzying beauty and clarity of his vision. Whether he was examining the exquisite carvings of a medieval cathedral or the mass-produced wares of Victorian industry, chronicling the beauties of Venice and Florence or his own descent into old age and infirmity, Ruskin saw vividly the glories and the contradictions of life, and taught us how to see them as well. Dr Suzanne Fagence Cooperis currently Honorary Visiting Fellowat the University of York where she is curating a major exhibition onRuskin and JMW Turner.She is the author of Effie: The Passionate Livesof Effie Gray, John Ruskin and John Everett Millais, adapted for film as Effie Gray in 2014. 2019 marks the bicentenary of Ruskin's birth and this is part of a season of talks, events and activities at Sheffield Central Library celebrating the ideas and legacies of John Ruskin Events are all free but must be booked in advance via www.sheffieldlibraries.eventbrite.co.uk |
| Phone No. | No information available |
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| Website | http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/libraries-sheffield-9795467632 |
| Type of Event | Talk |
| Primary Focus | General Interest |
| Wheelchair/Pushchair Accessible | No |
| Suitable for Families | No |