In these inspiring essays about why we read, Proust explores all the pleasures and trials that we take from books, as well as explaining the beauty of Ruskin and his work, and the joys of losing yourself in literature as a child.
Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves – and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives – and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are.
- ISBN10 0141036737
- ISBN13 9780141036731
- Publish Date 23 September 2008 (first published 7 August 2008)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Penguin UK
- Format Paperback (US Mass Market)
- Pages 128
- Language English
- URL https://penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/isbn/9780141036731