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A Philosophical Enquiry Into The Origin Of Our Ideas Of The Sublime And Beautiful

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Book name: A Philosophical Enquiry Into The Origin Of Our Ideas Of The Sublime And Beautiful (2024)
Category: Nonfiction
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Pages: 300 pages
Language: English
Publication data: Jan. 1, 1757, midnight
The book explores the concepts of the sublime and the beautiful, examining how these aesthetic experiences affect human emotions and perceptions. It delves into the psychological and physiological responses that these experiences evoke, distinguishing between the awe and terror associated with the sublime and the pleasure and harmony linked to the beautiful. Through a detailed analysis, the work seeks to understand the origins and nature of these ideas, considering their impact on art, nature, and human behavior. The author argues that the sublime and beautiful are fundamental to understanding human experience and creativity.

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Edmund Burke

Edmund Burke

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