Kidder, Paul
Gadamer for Architects (Thinkers for Architects)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415522731
- author:
- Kidder, Paul
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 13.8 x 1 x 21.6 cm
- Genre:
- Art, Architecture & Photography, Architecture, ,
- Condition:
- New
- supplier_id:
- 9
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Gadamer for Architects by Paul Kidder provides an accessible introduction to the influential philosophy of Hans-Georg Gadamer, with a focus on its relevance to architects and architectural theorists.
The book explores Gadamer's philosophy of art, which places emphasis on the role of "play" in artistic creation. It also delves into his theory of interpretation, or philosophical hermeneutics, offering insights into how the past influences the present and how cultural history can be reinterpreted in new forms.
For professionals in architecture and related fields, Gadamer's thought offers a unique perspective on understanding the human meaning behind buildings and their relationship to architectural history. The book highlights the importance of practical thinking in theory and its application in everyday work.
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