Ruin Lust
Brian Dillon
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Ruin Lust
by Brian Dillon
Published
2014
Publisher
Tate Publishing
Pages
63
ISBN-13
9781849763011
ISBN-10
1849763011
Description
The aesthetics of the sublime and the picturesque fuelled the 'ruin lust' of the 18th century, but in the 19th century ruins also came to represent fears of the decay of civilisation and the destructive effects of industrialisation. In the 20th century these dystopian visions were made shockingly real after two world wars and successive economic crises. For contemporary artists the ruin has also become a way of thinking about art itself, conceived as a fragment of a lost past or a partial hint of time to come. This book accompanies a major exhibition exploring the theme of ruins and ruination in British art from the 17th century to the present day.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Ruin Lust?
This edition of Ruin Lust has approximately 63 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Ruin Lust?
For most readers, Ruin Lust typically takes between 1h 19m and 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 15,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 3m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 15,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Ruin Lust?
The estimated word count for Ruin Lust is approximately 15,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Ruin Lust?
Ruin Lust was written by Brian Dillon.
When was Ruin Lust published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.