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224; Epiphany!! (the fons et origo)

Posted on June 16, 2022 by jimspates

Where did Ruskin’s genius originate? From the time he was a tiny fellow, it was obvious that he was always the brightest bulb in the room, a wattage that did not weaken until his death. An only child, his parents … Continue reading →

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