Reading Aesthetics and Philosophy of Art: Selected Texts with Interactive Commentary

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Christopher Janaway (University of Southampton)

Reading Aesthetics and Philosophy of Art

Selected Texts with Interactive Commentary

Christopher Janaway (University of Southampton)

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Blackwell Publishing
03 November 2005

Theory of art; Philosophy; Philosophy: aesthetics

Series: Reading Philosophy

Designed for readers with no or little prior knowledge of the subject, this concise anthology brings together key texts in aesthetics and the philosophy of art.

Designed for readers with no or little prior knowledge of the subject. Presents two contrasting pieces on each of six topics. Texts range from Plato's famous critique of art in the 'Republic' through Nietzsche's 'The Birth of Tragedy' to Barthes' 'The Death of the Author' and pieces in recent philosophical aesthetics from a number of traditions. Interactive editorial commentary helps readers to engage with the philosophical train of thought. Explains the argumentative and historical context in which each piece was written. Includes questions for debate and suggestions for further reading.

By: Christopher Janaway (University of Southampton)
Imprint: Blackwell Publishing
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 173mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 540g
ISBN: 9781405118088
ISBN 10: 1405118083
Series: Reading Philosophy
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 03 November 2005
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Christopher Janaway is Professor of Philosophy at University of Southampton. His recent publications include Schopenhauer: A Very Short Introduction (2002) and Reading Philosophy: Selected Texts with a Method for Beginners (co-edited with Samuel Guttenplan and Jennifer Hornsby, Blackwell, 2003).

Reviews for Reading Aesthetics and Philosophy of Art: Selected Texts with Interactive Commentary

A thoughtful and creative selection of the very best work in aesthetics and philosophy of art brought to life with clear, fresh, and insightful commentaries - there is nothing like it. Dominic McIver Lopes, University of British Columbia  Through a careful and varied selection of writings, supported by clear and succinct commentary, Janaway's volume succeeds very well in its aim of introducing the philosophy of art and the aesthetic in a way that will allow those new to the subject to grasp its interest and importance. Sebastian Gardner, University College London