Arguing About Art : Contemporary Philosophical Debates

Author: Neill, Alex, Ridley, Aaron

Theory of art

Published on 19 September 2007 by Taylor & Francis Ltd (Routledge) in the United Kingdom as part of 'the Arguing About Philosophy' series.

Paperback / softback | 504 pages, 2 Halftones, black and white
243 x 175 x 39 | 904g

Offering a unique 'debate' format, the third edition of the bestselling Arguing About Art is ideal for newcomers to aesthetics or philosophy of art.

This lively collection presents an extensive range of short, clear introductions to each of the discussions which include:sentimentalityappreciationinterpretationunderstandingobjectivitynaturefoodhorror.

With revised introductions, updated suggestions for further reading and new sections on pornography and societies without art, Arguing About Art provides a stimulating and accessible anthology suitable for those coming to aesthetics for the first time. The book will also appeal to students of art history, literature, and cultural studies.