Understanding the Universe - Hardcover

Prinja, Raman K.; Ignace, Richard

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 081605228X ISBN 13: 9780816052288

Publisher: Checkmark Books, 2003

Synopsis

In this book Richard Eldridge presents a clear and compact survey of philosophical theories of the nature and significance of art. Drawing on materials from classical and contemporary philosophy as well as from literary theory and art criticism, he explores the representational, expressive, and formal dimensions of art, and he argues that works of art present their subject matter in ways that are of enduring cognitive, moral, and social interest. His discussion, illustrated with a wealth of examples, ranges over topics such as beauty, originality, imagination, imitation, the ways in which we respond emotionally to art, and why we argue about which works are good. His accessible study will be invaluable to students and to all readers who are interested in the relation between thought and art.

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About the Author

Raman K. Prinja received a degree in physics and astronomy and a doctorate in hot star astronomy from University College London. He was the recipient of a Royal Society University Research Fellowship and is actively involved in promoting the general understanding of science through teaching, lecturing, and writing. Richard Ignace received a degree in astronomy from Indiana University and a doctorate from the University of Wisconsin. He teaches astronomy at the University of Iowa, where he studies the winds of hot stars, gravitational lensing, and extrasolar planets.

Review

"A clearly written book for the amateur enthusiast or interested layperson, who will be enthralled as the variety and magnificence of the Universe is unveiled."

Edition details

• Publisher: Checkmark Books
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 081605228X
• ISBN 13: 9780816052288
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 144