Graham, Gordon

Philosophy of the Arts

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ISBN 13:: 9780415349796
author:: Graham, Gordon
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Routledge
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2005
Pages:: 288
Dimensions:: 156mm X 234mm
Genre:: Philosophy
Condition:: New
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Philosophy of the Arts: An Introduction to Aesthetics by Gordon Graham provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to aesthetics and the philosophy of art. This third edition features new sections on key topics such as art and beauty, modern art, Aristotle's concept of katharsis, and Hegel's philosophical ideas. The book offers a jargon-free approach, making it suitable for students of music, art history, literature, and philosophy. It explores a wide range of artistic disciplines, including film, painting, architecture, fiction, music, and poetry, through the lens of various philosophical theories from thinkers such as Hume, Kant, Gaender, Collingwood, Derrida, Hegel, and Croce. Regular summaries and suggestions for further reading are included to support students in their studies. With its clear and concise explanations, Philosophy of the Arts is an ideal resource for those new to aesthetics and the philosophy of art.

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