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Passing Strange and Wonderful: Aesthetics, Nature, and Culture (Kodansha Globe),Used
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Conventional wisdom suggests that aesthetic experiences those moments when the senses come to life are important only after more basic needs have been met. In this inspiring wealth of provocative ideas, YiFu Tuan demonstrates that feeling and beauty are essential parts of life and society. The aesthetic is shown to be not merely one aspect of culture but its central core both its driving force and its ultimate goal. Beginning with the individual and the physical world, the author's exploration progresses from the simple to the complex. Tuan starts by examining the building blocks of aesthetic experience sight, hearing, smell, touch, taste and gradually expands his analysis to include the most elaborate of human constructs, including art, architecture, literature, philosophy, music, and landscape. This leads him to the realm of politics, where he grapples with the fundamental question of the relationship between goodness and beauty, and of how the aesthetic can become a moral force within society. To guide the reader along this journey, the author describes how the aesthetic operates in four widely disparate Australian aboriginal, Chinese, medieval European, and modern American. YiFu Tuan, one of our most influential and original thinkers, brilliantly conveys the profound fascination of multisensory reality, and in so doing enables us to make connections among even the most diffuse elements of our lives. While Tuan does not ignore human folly, Passing Strange and Wonderful is a celebration of the world around us, our experiences, and our creations.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Passing Strange and Wonderful'? A: The main theme of 'Passing Strange and Wonderful' revolves around the significance of aesthetic experiences and their integral role in life and society, as explored by Yi-Fu Tuan.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Passing Strange and Wonderful' is Yi-Fu Tuan, a renowned thinker in the fields of geography and aesthetics.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Passing Strange and Wonderful' contains a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is listed as being in 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers a range of topics including aesthetics, culture, nature, art, architecture, literature, philosophy, music, and the relationship between beauty and morality.
- Q: In what format is the book available? A: 'Passing Strange and Wonderful' is available in paperback format.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Passing Strange and Wonderful' was published on January 1, 1995.
- Q: What is the significance of aesthetic experiences according to the author? A: According to Yi-Fu Tuan, aesthetic experiences are essential and not just secondary to fulfilling basic human needs; they are central to culture and life.
- Q: Does the book explore different cultures? A: Yes, the book examines aesthetic experiences in four different cultures: Australian aboriginal, Chinese, medieval European, and modern American.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: The book is suitable for readers interested in psychology, aesthetics, and cultural studies, as well as anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the relationship between nature and culture.