William Morris, the polymathic figure of the 19th-century Arts and Crafts movement, weaves a compelling argument in Hopes and Fears for Art (1882), where he explores the intersection of aesthetics, labor, and social justice. This collection of essays serves not only as a critique of industrial capitalism’s effect on artistic integrity but also as a manifesto envisioning … Continue reading The Adaptable Educator’s Book Review – Hopes and Fears for Art by William Morris
