Unto this Last: Four Essays on the First Principles of Political Economy


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John Ruskin (1819 – 1900) is best known for his work as an art critic and social critic, but is remembered as an author, poet and artist as well. Unto This Last is an important work of political economic though that influenced Gandhi, among others. (Hugh McGuire/Wikipedia) (3 hr 16 min)

Chapters

Essay I: The Roots of Honour 40:38 Read by Hugh McGuire
Essay II: The Veins of Wealth 31:43 Read by Carl Manchester
Essay III: Qui Judicatis Terram 46:53 Read by Gesine
Essay IV: Ad Valorem Part 1 37:00 Read by Sibella Denton
Essay IV: Ad Valorem Part 2 39:49 Read by Sibella Denton

Reviews

The Aristotle of the 19th century British elite


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This is a fascinating (of somewhat dated) text offering a brilliant window into a period of academic development often dominated by Marx. This is very well read, thank you so much!