Langer, Susanne K. (Susanne Katherina Knauth), 1895-1985
Philosophy in a New key : A Study in the Symbolism of Reason, Rite, and Art Susanne K. Langer - New York New American Library 1956 - 248 Pages 18x12 cm HB
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The central problem of this interesting book is to ascertain precisely the functions served by myth, ritual, and especially the arts, and to develop an adequate theory of artistic significance. Mrs. Langer's development of her theme within the framework of a general theory of symbolism, in accordance with her conviction that the coming period of creative philosophy will use the distinctions of symbolic analysis as its key concepts is the novel approach of this book. - Journal of Philosophy, on back cover.
Symbolism
Philosophy
Symbolism in art
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Philosophy in a New key : A Study in the Symbolism of Reason, Rite, and Art Susanne K. Langer - New York New American Library 1956 - 248 Pages 18x12 cm HB
Include Index
The central problem of this interesting book is to ascertain precisely the functions served by myth, ritual, and especially the arts, and to develop an adequate theory of artistic significance. Mrs. Langer's development of her theme within the framework of a general theory of symbolism, in accordance with her conviction that the coming period of creative philosophy will use the distinctions of symbolic analysis as its key concepts is the novel approach of this book. - Journal of Philosophy, on back cover.
Symbolism
Philosophy
Symbolism in art
153.4