003 - Preface Part 3

Sesame and Lilies · Mar 4, 2026 · 10m

Sesame and Lilies delves into the profound questions of how, what, and why we read, exploring their relevance to how we live our lives. John Ruskin, in his reflections on earlier and later editions of this work, emphasizes its importance for young individuals from the upper and middle classes, who possess the means to shape their destinies. He believes these lectures encapsulate the core truths he has aimed to communicate throughout his career. This revised edition features two prefaces and three insightful lectures, including “Of Kings’ Treasuries” and “Of Queens Gardens.” Originally…