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The Early Ruskin Manuscripts, 1826–1842 is an archive of the youthful writing of John Ruskin (1819–1900). When complete, ERM will present a comprehensive diplomatic edition of Ruskinʼs early writing paired with facsimiles of the manuscripts. The documentary record is distinguished by its extraordinary quality and range, providing a substantial resource for study of an early Victorian British education. ERM will therefore prove valuable to scholars of Victorian culture and education generally, as well as to students of Ruskin in particular.

For a detailed explanation of the archiveʼs organization, consult The Plan of the Archive. Justification of the archiveʼs organization and contents is offered in Editorial and Encoding Rationale and Methodology.