The Essentials Of Aesthetics In Music, Poetry, Painting, Sculpture And Architecture (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163116210)

The Essentials of Aesthetics in Music, Poetry, Painting, Sculpture and Architecture is a comprehensive book written by George Lansing Raymond. The book provides a detailed account of the key concepts and principles of aesthetics in various art forms, including music, poetry, painting, sculpture, and architecture. The author delves into the nature of beauty and its perception, exploring the different ways in which art can be appreciated and understood.The book is divided into five sections, each dedicated to a specific art form. In the section on music, the author discusses the elements of music, such as melody, harmony, and rhythm, and how they contribute to the aesthetic experience. The section on poetry explores the use of language and imagery to create meaning and emotion in poetry. The section on painting examines the use of color, form, and composition to create visual beauty. The section on sculpture discusses the use of space, form, and texture to create three-dimensional art. Finally, the section on architecture explores the use of space, form, and function in creating buildings that are both practical and aesthetically pleasing.Throughout the book, the author uses examples from various cultures and time periods to illustrate his points. He also discusses the different theories of aesthetics that have been proposed over the years, including those of Aristotle, Kant, and Hegel. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both students and general readers interested in the arts. Overall, The Essentials of Aesthetics in Music, Poetry, Painting, Sculpture and Architecture is an essential guide to understanding the principles of aesthetics in various art forms.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: George Lansing Raymond
ISBN-10: 1163116211
ISBN-13: 9781163116210
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 428
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.87d