The Aesthetic Attitude (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162745848)

The Aesthetic Attitude is a philosophical book written by Herbert Sidney Langfeld that explores the nature of aesthetic experience and its relationship to human emotions and values. The book argues that the aesthetic attitude is a unique way of perceiving and appreciating the world, characterized by a disinterested and contemplative approach to objects and events. Langfeld examines the psychological and cultural factors that shape our aesthetic preferences and judgments, and explores the role of art in shaping our moral and intellectual development. The book also discusses the concept of beauty and its subjective and objective dimensions, as well as the relationship between aesthetics and ethics. Overall, The Aesthetic Attitude is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the nature of aesthetic experience and its significance for human life.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: Herbert Sidney Langfeld
ISBN-10: 1162745843
ISBN-13: 9781162745848
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 334
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.99lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.70d