
Æsthetic as science of expression and general linguistic
Exploring the Intersection of Art and Language in AestheticsBy Benedetto CroceLength13h 48m
About this audiobook
In "Æsthetic as Science of Expression and General Linguistic," Benedetto Croce presents a comprehensive examination of aesthetic theory, aligning it with his broader philosophical framework. Through a meticulous analysis of expression and its role in artistic creation, Croce argues that art is a form of knowledge and communication, highlighting the intrinsic connection between art and language. His literary style is characterized by clarity and precision, establishing a dialogic relationship with the reader while challenging contemporary notions of aesthetic value and criticism within the context of early 20th-century thought, ensuring a nuanced exploration of aesthetics as a vital human expression. Benedetto Croce, an influential Italian philosopher, historian, and critic, was deeply immersed in the intellectual currents of his time, including idealism and historicism. His formative experiences in the cultural milieu of Italy, along with his political engagement, informed his philosophical inquiries into art and expression. Croce's belief in the unity of form and content shaped his conception of aesthetics, making this work a pivotal contribution to philosophical discourse and a reflection of his commitment to the arts as vital components of human civilization. This seminal work is highly recommended for scholars and enthusiasts of philosophy and art alike. Croce's innovative approach challenges readers to rethink the connections between aesthetics and linguistics, offering invaluable insights into the nature of artistic expression. Whether you are a student of the humanities or a seasoned academic, this book promises to expand your understanding of the intricate relationship between art, language, and human experience.
Audiobook details
GenrePhilosophy
Length13 hrs 48 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 5, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2II
3INTUITION AND ART
4III
5ART AND PHILOSOPHY
Show all chaptersShow less
6IV
7HISTORICISM AND INTELLECTUALISM IN ÆSTHETIC
8V
9ANALOGOUS ERRORS IN THE THEORY OF HISTORY AND IN LOGIC
10VI
11THE THEORETIC ACTIVITY AND THE PRACTICAL ACTIVITY
12VII
13ANALOGY BETWEEN THE THEORETIC AND THE PRACTICAL
14VIII
15EXCLUSION OF OTHER SPIRITUAL FORMS
16IX
17INDIVISIBILITY OF EXPRESSION INTO MODES OR DEGREES AND CRITICISM OF RHETORIC
18ÆSTHETIC FEELINGS AND THE DISTINCTION BETWEEN THE BEAUTIFUL AND THE UGLY
19XI
20CRITICISM OF ÆSTHETIC HEDONISM
21XII
22THE ÆSTHETIC OF THE SYMPATHETIC AND PSEUDO-ÆSTHETIC CONCEPTS
23XIII
24THE "PHYSICALLY BEAUTIFUL" IN NATURE AND IN ART
25XIV
26ERRORS ARISING FROM THE CONFUSION BETWEEN PHYSICS AND ÆSTHETIC
27XV
28THE ACTIVITY OF EXTERNALIZATION. TECHNIQUE AND THE THEORY OF THE ARTS
29XVI
30TASTE AND THE REPRODUCTION OF ART
31XVII
32THE HISTORY OF LITERATURE AND ART
33XVIII
34IDENTITY OF LINGUISTIC AND ÆSTHETIC
35II
36HISTORY OF ÆSTHETIC
37ÆSTHETIC IDEAS IN GRÆCO-ROMAN ANTIQUITY
38II
39ÆSTHETIC IDEAS IN THE MIDDLE AGES AND RENAISSANCE
40III
41FERMENTS OF THOUGHT IN THE SEVENTEENTH CENTURY
42IV
43ÆSTHETIC IDEAS IN THE CARTESIAN AND LEIBNITIAN SCHOOLS, AND THE "ÆSTHETIC" OF BAUMGARTEN
44V
45GIAMBATTISTA VICO
46VI
47MINOR ÆSTHETIC DOCTRINES OF THE EIGHTEENTH CENTURY
48VII
49OTHER ÆSTHETIC DOCTRINES OF THE SAME PERIOD
50VIII