Fors Clavigera (Volume 1 of 8)
Fors Clavigera, published in the 1870s by John Ruskin, is a collection of letters addressed to British workmen and laborers. The letters reflect Ruskin's moral vision and social concerns, emphasizing themes of sincere labor, moral values, and social change. The title symbolizes three powers shaping human destiny: Force, Fortitude, and Fortune. Notably, one letter led to a significant libel case involving a painter, highlighting the work's impact on social discourse.
