The Philosophy of Art (eBook, ePUB) - Taine, Hippolyte
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This insightful work explains what art represents and how to judge a good piece of art. With discussion on art, philosophy, history, and psychology, Hippolyte Taine developed the notion of understanding art through the historical circumstances during its creation. In addition, Taine talks about literature and the qualities that make a text a gem. The book comprises an application of the experimental method to art, in the same way, it is done in science. The author precisely describes art by social influences and other causes. Humanity at different periods and locations, climate, and other…mehr

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This insightful work explains what art represents and how to judge a good piece of art. With discussion on art, philosophy, history, and psychology, Hippolyte Taine developed the notion of understanding art through the historical circumstances during its creation. In addition, Taine talks about literature and the qualities that make a text a gem. The book comprises an application of the experimental method to art, in the same way, it is done in science. The author precisely describes art by social influences and other causes. Humanity at different periods and locations, climate, and other conditions furnish the truths on which the theory rests. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding a piece of art, examining it by details and the whole picture.
Autorenporträt
Hippolyte Taine (1828–1893) was a preeminent French critic and historian, regarded as a significant figure in the development of both sociology and historical criticism. Born in Vouziers, Ardennes, Taine's rigorous education at the École Normale Supérieure honed his analytical skills, which he applied extensively in his later works. Heavily influenced by the positivism of Auguste Comte, Taine endeavored to apply scientific methods to the study of humanity, literature, and art, a methodological approach that is evident in his seminal work 'The Philosophy of Art' (1865). His approach to literary criticism was groundbreaking; suggesting that the context of the author, including the time period, environment, and social conditions, profoundly shaped literary creations. Taine's 'The Philosophy of Art' provides a systematic, scientific examination of art as a product of human experience and external conditions. Known for his incisive analysis and engaging prose, Taine is often remembered as a pioneer who brought the rigor of the natural sciences to the humanities. Alongside 'The Philosophy of Art', his other notable works include 'History of English Literature' and 'Origins of Contemporary France', which further cement his reputation as a meticulous critic and historian among the annals of 19th-century intellectual figures.