Han, ByungChul

Saving Beauty

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ISBN 13:: 9781509515097
author:: Han, ByungChul
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Polity Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 120
Dimensions:: 21.4 x 14.6 x 1.4 centimetres (0
Genre:: Nonfiction, Philosophy, Aesthetics
Condition:: New
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Beauty in our digital age has become a paradox. Once a transcendent force, it has lost its meaning and is now deeply entwined with consumerism. The aesthetic dimension of capitalism has led to a kind of 'pornography' of beauty, where the sublime and unsettling aspects are replaced by corporeal pleasures and social media validation. Cultural theorist Byung-Chul Han explores this phenomenon in depth, examining how our preoccupation with sleek and smooth aesthetics is affecting us. He looks at everything from art to personal grooming, revealing a complex web of influences that shape our understanding of beauty. This thought-provoking book reclaims beauty as a concept that encompasses truth, temptation, and even disaster. Han's wide-ranging exploration will appeal to anyone interested in cultural theory, philosophy, or digital media. It offers a profound insight into the nature of beauty in our modern world, making it a valuable read for those seeking to understand this complex issue.

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