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Key Terms in Philosophy of Art

Hardback

Main Details

Title Key Terms in Philosophy of Art
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Assistant Professor Tiger C. Roholt
SeriesKey Terms
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:168
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 138
Category/GenrePhilosophy - aesthetics
ISBN/Barcode 9780826421623
ClassificationsDewey:111.85
Audience
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic USA
Publication Date 10 October 2013
Publication Country United States

Description

Key Terms in Philosophy of Art offers a clear, concise and accessible introduction to a vital sub-field of philosophy. The book offers a comprehensive overview of the key terms, concepts, thinkers and major works in the history of this key area of philosophical thought. Ideal for first-year students coming to the subject for the first time, Key Terms in Philosophy of Art will serve as the ideal companion to the study of this fascinating subject. Tiger C. Roholt provides detailed summaries of core concepts in the philosophy of art. An introductory chapter provides context and background, while the following chapters offer detailed definitions of key terms and concepts, introductions to the work of key thinkers, summaries of key texts, introductions to philosophy's approach to the major art forms, and advice on further reading. Designed specifically to meet the needs of students and assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, this is the ideal reference tool for those coming to philosophy of art for the first time.

Author Biography

Tiger Roholt is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Montclair State University. His recent publications have appeared in The Journal of Aesthetics and Art Criticism and Contemporary Aesthetics.