Letters Upon The Aesthetic Education Of Man (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161439427)

Letters Upon The Aesthetic Education Of Man is a philosophical treatise by German poet, playwright, and philosopher Friedrich von Schiller. Originally published in 1795, the book is a series of letters written by Schiller to a friend, discussing the importance of aesthetic education in shaping and developing the human spirit.The book argues that aesthetic experiences, such as art, music, and literature, are essential to human development and can help individuals transcend their physical limitations and reach a higher level of consciousness. Schiller believes that through aesthetic education, individuals can learn to appreciate beauty and cultivate their inner selves, leading to a more harmonious and fulfilling life.Throughout the book, Schiller explores various aspects of aesthetic education, including the relationship between beauty and morality, the role of imagination in shaping human experience, and the importance of balancing reason and emotion. He also discusses the impact of social and political forces on the development of aesthetic culture, and the ways in which art can be used to promote social change.Letters Upon The Aesthetic Education Of Man is considered a foundational work in the field of aesthetics and has had a significant influence on subsequent philosophical and artistic movements. It is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the nature of human experience and the role of beauty in shaping our lives.When the mechanical artist places his hand on the formless block, to give it a form according to his intention, he has not any scruples in doing violence to it. For the nature on which he works does not deserve any respect in itself, and he does not value the whole for its parts, but the parts on account of the whole.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Friedrich Von Schiller
ISBN-10: 1161439420
ISBN-13: 9781161439427
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 74
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d