The Principles of Beauty
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Overview
The Principles of Beauty is a comprehensive exploration of the concept of beauty, written by John Addington Symonds. The book delves into the nature of beauty, examining its various manifestations and exploring the ways in which it has been perceived and understood throughout history. Symonds draws on a broad range of sources, including literature, philosophy, and art, to illuminate his discussion of beauty, and he provides numerous examples of beautiful objects and experiences to illustrate his points. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of beauty, such as proportion, harmony, and expression. Throughout the book, Symonds emphasizes the importance of beauty in human life, arguing that it has the power to inspire and uplift us, and that it is an essential part of our experience of the world. With its thoughtful analysis and rich cultural references, The Principles of Beauty is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the nature of beauty and its role in human experience.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781161648065
- ISBN-10: 1161648062
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: May 2010
- Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.25 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.14 pounds
- Page Count: 96
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