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Art in Action: Toward a Christian Aesthetic
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A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages.
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Book Title
- Art in Action: Toward a Christian Aesthetic
- ISBN
- 9780802818164
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Eerdmans Publishing Company, William B.
ISBN-10
0802818161
ISBN-13
9780802818164
eBay Product ID (ePID)
793823
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
250 Pages
Publication Name
Art in Action : Toward a Christian Aesthetic
Language
English
Publication Year
1987
Subject
Criticism & Theory, Subjects & Themes / Religious, Philosophy
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Art, Religion
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
13 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
79-022358
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
700/.1
Synopsis
Taking Vigorous Issue with the pervasive Western notion that the arts exist essentially for the purpose of aesthetic contemplation, Nicholas Wolterstorff proposes instead what he sees as an authentically Christian perspective: that art has a legitimate, even necessary, place in everyday life. While granting that galleries, theaters and concert halls serve a valid purpose, Wolterstorff argues that art should also be appreciated in action -- in private homes, in hotel lobbies, in factories and grocery stores, on main street., Taking vigorous issue with the pervasive Western notion that the arts exist essentially for the purpose of aesthetic contemplation, Nicholas Wolterstorff proposes instead what he sees as an authentically Christian perspective: that art has a legitimate, even necessary, place in everyday life. While granting that galleries, theaters and concert halls serve a valid purpose, Wolterstorff argues that art should also be appreciated in action -- in private homes, in hotel lobbies, in factories and grocery stores, on main street. His conviction that art should be multifunction is basic to the author's views on art in the city (he regards most American cities as dehumanizing wastelands of aesthetic squalor, dominated by the demands of the automobile), and leads him to a helpful discussion of its role in worship and the church. Developing an aesthetic that is basically grounded, yet always sensitive to the human need for beauty, Wolterstorff make a brilliant contribution to understanding how art can serve to broaden and enrich our lives.
LC Classification Number
BR115.A8
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- r***0 (172)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseGreat book, great quality, condition was as described, it great shape, the value of the book is good. The appearance of the book is very good, came in a plastic package. No damage to the book at all. Fast shipping, arrived earlier than dated that was listed. Great seller, I will buy more books from them!
- j***o (15)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseTBH, I wasn't sure about ordering from a Goodwill, as I wasn't sure how the process was going to go. However, this store was responsive and prompt. My product came just as described and was very well packaged. Thanks for a good buying experience! I hope buy from you again.
- e***4 (26)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseSuper fast shipping and great packaging with this order. Items were as described and I like them even better in person! Overall great value. Seller was easy to communicate with and a pleasure to work with.