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Aesthetics

by Charles Taliaferro
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Explaining what art is and what's not art.
What is art? Why do we find some things beautiful but not others? Is it wrong to share MP3s? These are just some of the questions explored by aesthetics, the philosophy of art. In this sweeping introduction, Charles Taliaferro skilfully guides us through different theories of art and beauty, tackling issues such as who owns art and what happens when art and morality collide. From Plato on poetry to Ringo Starr on the drums, this is a perfect introductory text for anyone interested in the fascinating questions art can raise.
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Series: Beginner's Guides Publisher: Oneworld Publications

Kindle Book

  • Release date: December 1, 2012

OverDrive Read

  • ISBN: 9781780741253
  • Release date: December 1, 2012

EPUB ebook

  • ISBN: 9781780741253
  • File size: 2198 KB
  • Release date: December 1, 2012

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Kindle Book
OverDrive Read
EPUB ebook

subjects

Art Philosophy Nonfiction

Languages

English

Explaining what art is and what's not art.
What is art? Why do we find some things beautiful but not others? Is it wrong to share MP3s? These are just some of the questions explored by aesthetics, the philosophy of art. In this sweeping introduction, Charles Taliaferro skilfully guides us through different theories of art and beauty, tackling issues such as who owns art and what happens when art and morality collide. From Plato on poetry to Ringo Starr on the drums, this is a perfect introductory text for anyone interested in the fascinating questions art can raise.
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Art Philosophy Nonfiction