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portada The Invention of Art: A Cultural History
Type
Physical Book
Year
2003
Language
English
Pages
352
Format
Paperback
Weight
1
ISBN
0226753433
ISBN13
9780226753430
Edition No.
51532nd
Categories

The Invention of Art: A Cultural History

Larry Shiner (Author) · University Of Chicago Press · Paperback

The Invention of Art: A Cultural History - Larry Shiner

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Synopsis "The Invention of Art: A Cultural History"

With The Invention of Art, Larry Shiner challenges our conventional understandings of art and asks us to reconsider its history entirely, arguing that the category of fine art is a modern invention—that the lines drawn between art and craft resulted from key social transformations in Europe during the long eighteenth century. "Shiner spent over a decade honing what he calls 'a brief history of the idea of art.' This carefully prepared and—given the extent and complexity of what he's discussing—admirably concise, well-organized book is the result. . . . Shiner's text is scholarly but accessible, and should appeal to readers with even a dabbler's interest in art theory."—Publishers Weekly "The Invention of Art is enjoyable to read and provides a welcome addition to the history and philosophy of art."—Terrie L. Wilson, Art Documentation "A lucid book . . . it should be a must-read for anyone active in the arts."—Marc Spiegler, Chicago Tribune Books

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