The appreciation of art and the pursuit of beauty are fundamental elements of human life, and for almost as long as we have engaged in philosophical inquiry we have been theorizing about aesthetic matters. Covering nearly 2,500 years of theory and analysis, this anthology offers the most comprehensive collection of readings on aesthetics and philosophy of art currently available. From Plato's "Ion" to work by contemporary philosophers of art, "Aesthetics: A Comprehensive Anthology" showcases classic texts that speak for themselves in showing the development of philosophical thought about art and the aesthetic. Thorough, systematic, and flexible, this volume is an ideal guide to the field and makes an excellent textbook for a variety of courses in philosophical aesthetics.
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Malden
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Blackwell
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2008
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xx, 684 p.; 25 cm
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Blackwell philosophy anthologies
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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ISBN: 9781405154352
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edited by Steven M. Cahn, Aaron Meskin
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Historical sources -- Modern theories -- Contemporary aesthetics and philosophy of art