| Author |
Kames, Henry Home, Lord, 1696-1782 |
| Title |
Elements of Criticism, Volume I.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Elements of Criticism, Volume I" by Lord Henry Home Kames is a theoretical work on aesthetics and criticism written in the mid-18th century. This text explores the principles that govern taste and the fine arts, highlighting the interplay between human nature and the cultivation of aesthetic appreciation. It presents a systematic analysis of how emotions and perceptions related to beauty and art can be refined and educated. At the start of the work, Kames addresses the importance of the fine arts in society, arguing that they foster public virtue and cultivate a sense of order among individuals. He discusses the relationship between sensory perceptions and the ensuing emotional responses, elaborating on how connections between ideas and objects are formed in the mind. The author also lays the groundwork for subsequent discussions on emotions and passions, establishing a framework for understanding how taste is developed and how criticism can contribute to human flourishing. Through a blend of philosophical inquiry and practical commentary, Kames seeks to advance the appreciation of beauty in life and art. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Criticism
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| Subject |
Literary style
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
57678 |
| Release Date |
Aug 12, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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