In Ruskin's view, what can often usurp the place of true books?

Poetry and novels

Letters and newspapers

Scientific journals

Educational textbooks

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B. Letters and newspapers

Ruskin warns that letters and newspapers can take the place of true books, which he believes should hold more value.

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