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An Introduction to the Philosophy of Art

An Introduction to the Philosophy of Art - Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy

Hardback (11 Sep 2003)

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Publisher's Synopsis

In this book Richard Eldridge presents a clear and compact survey of philosophical theories of the nature and significance of art. Drawing on materials from classical and contemporary philosophy as well as from literary theory and art criticism, he explores the representational, expressive, and formal dimensions of art, and he argues that works of art present their subject matter in ways that are of enduring cognitive, moral, and social interest. His discussion, illustrated with a wealth of examples, ranges over topics such as beauty, originality, imagination, imitation, the ways in which we respond emotionally to art, and why we argue about which works are good. His accessible study will be invaluable to students and to all readers who are interested in the relation between thought and art.

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Book information

ISBN: 9780521801355
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 111.85
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 285
Weight: 662g
Height: 216mm
Width: 138mm
Spine width: 17mm