Excerpt from Divagaciones Sobre la Cultura
Negarse a presentarse constante mente ante el público revela suspica cia y algo de hipocondría, y yo, aun que padezco tales achaques, tengo también la veleidad de combatirlos y dominarlos.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book eloquently explores the complex and multifaceted idea of culture, arguing that it has changed drastically over time. The author contends that the concept of culture has undergone major shifts, from its origins as a term used to describe the cultivation of the mind, to its contemporary usage as a catch-all term for knowledge and social practices. The author traces the evolution of this concept through the writings of influential thinkers, from Kant and Herder to Schopenhauer and Nietzsche, providing a deep dive into the historical and philosophical underpinnings of cultural theory. By analyzing different notions of culture, the author aims to not only define the term but also to illuminate the ways in which it shapes our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Exploring the dynamic relationship between culture and society, the book argues that culture is not static but rather a constantly evolving entity, shaped by the interplay of social, political, and economic forces. Throughout, the author emphasizes the importance of cultivating a broad and inclusive understanding of culture, one that encompasses not only the traditional high arts but also the popular and everyday expressions of human creativity. This thought-provoking and timely book sheds new light on the nature of culture and its profound impact on human life, making it an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the cultural landscape of the present day. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780266074564_0
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