Darwin and Theories of Aesthetics and Cultural History

Barbara Larson editor Sabine Flach editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:26th Aug '16

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Darwin and Theories of Aesthetics and Cultural History is a significant contribution to the fields of theory, Darwin studies, and cultural history. This collection of eight essays is the first volume to address, from the point of view of art and literary historians, Darwin's intersections with aesthetic theories and cultural histories from the eighteenth century to the present day. Among the philosophers of art influenced by Darwinian evolution and considered in this collection are Alois Riegl, Ruskin, and Aby Warburg. This stimulating collection ranges in content from essays on the influence of eighteenth-century aesthetic theory on Darwin and nineteenth-century debates circulating around beauty to the study of evolutionary models in contemporary art.

Darwin and Theories of Aesthetics and Cultural Historysucceeds in raising issues with which its readers will want to continue grappling. -- Dana Carluccio

ISBN: 9781138252677

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Weight: 453g

188 pages