Philosophy of literature

Author: Gustav Müller
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Publication Date: 2001-10-01
Features: The philosophy of literature should demonstrate that the values which dominate and distinguish races, eras, and cultures, and make them understandable to humanity, also point towards their imagination and are embodied in literary arts. The purpose of this book is precisely this. The historical method adopted in the book is merely a means rather than an end, and I do not intend to discuss literary history. Art should not be seen as art for art's sake, but as art for philosophy's sake. The basis for the examples chosen in the book lies in their helpfulness for philosophical research. The ever-changing literary styles are the result of implicit philosophical changes in art and all other literary activities. This book is a very peculiar one. The author, using philosophical, sociological, and historical methods, systematically analyzes a series of typical philosophers in European history, such as Plato, Epicurus, and literary figures, such as Homer, Shakespeare, Goethe, etc., as well as the philosophical or literary trends represented by them and their works. Many unique viewpoints are presented, pointing out that the ever-changing literary styles in literary history are the result of implicit philosophical changes in all literature. Philosophers view it as philosophical works, while literary figures view it as literary theoretical works. A thin little book can hold such vast content, which itself is worthy of deep reflection and study.