Art Philosophy

Author: Liu Gangji
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: This book is a systematic monograph on art philosophy guided by Marxism. It discusses in chapters such as art as a reflection of life, the objects of artistic reflection, the forms of artistic reflection, the historical forms of artistic beauty, and the art philosophy of ancient China, with an appendix titled "On the Relationship Between 'Art' and 'Dao'." A preface written by the author introduces the new edition, reviewing past research and presenting current perspectives. This book is a monograph on art philosophy guided by the aesthetic theory of Marxist practice, constructing a logically rigorous system of art philosophy. The entire book consists of five chapters: Art and Reflection, The Objects of Artistic Reflection, The Forms of Artistic Reflection, Art and Beauty, and an Overview of Ancient Chinese Art Philosophy.