Greek Aesthetic Theory

ISBN-13: 9780415627825 / Angielski / Twarda / 2012 / 168 str.

J. G. Warry

Opis

This work provides a clear and informed account of aesthetic and callistic concepts as they occur in the works of Plato and Aristotle. The author illustrates their ideas on art and beauty by close reference to their texts and finds a profound similarity which unites them.

Spis treści

Introduction 1. Romantic Beauty in Plato 2. The Sense of Harmony 3. Plato’s Evaluation of Art and Poetry 4. The Poetic Process 5. Aristotle on Art and beauty 6. Mimesis and Rhythm 7. Catharsis 8. Comedy. Conclusion. Bibliography. Index

O autorze

J Warry