""A Disciple of Plato: A Critical Study of John Ruskin"" is a book written by William Smart and published in 1883. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the life and works of the famous English art critic, social thinker, and writer John Ruskin. Smart examines Ruskin's philosophy and his influence on the arts, literature, and society during his time. The author also delves into Ruskin's relationships with other prominent figures of his era, including William Morris and Dante Gabriel Rossetti. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the Victorian era and the intellectual and artistic movements that shaped it.With A Note By Mr. Ruskin.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.