A Guide To The Literature Of Aesthetics (1890)

""A Guide to the Literature of Aesthetics"" is a comprehensive book written by Charles Mills Gayley in 1890. The book is a detailed analysis of the history of aesthetics, which explores the various theories, concepts, and ideas related to beauty, art, and taste. It is designed to be a guide for students and scholars who are interested in the field of aesthetics and want to explore the literature in this area. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of aesthetics. The first section provides an overview of the history of aesthetics, including the ancient Greek and Roman philosophers who laid the groundwork for modern aesthetic theory. The second section explores the different schools of thought that have emerged in aesthetics, including the idealist, realist, and formalist schools. The third section of the book examines the various concepts related to aesthetics, such as beauty, taste, and the sublime. It also explores the relationship between aesthetics and other fields, such as ethics and psychology. The final section of the book provides a comprehensive bibliography of the literature of aesthetics, including books, articles, and other resources that students and scholars can use to further their understanding of the field. Overall, ""A Guide to the Literature of Aesthetics"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and theory of aesthetics. It provides a detailed analysis of the major concepts and theories in the field and offers a comprehensive bibliography of resources for further study.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.