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Author Barrett, Terry, 1945-
Title Why is that art? : aesthetics and criticism of contemporary art / Terry Barret.
Imprint Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2008.
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 OTTERBEIN MAIN COLLECTION  N6350 .B27 2008    DUE 02-19-10OFF CAMPUS
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Table of Contents
1Artworlds and definitions : how that became art1
2Realism : art is realistic, truthful, and beautiful17
3Expressionism and cognitivism : art shows feelings, communicates thoughts, and provides knowledge57
4Formalism : art is significant form107
5Postmodern pluralism : art destabilizes the good, the true, the beautiful, and the self147
6Conclusion205
Description xix, 231 p., [16] p. of plates : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cm.
Bibliography Note Includes bibliographical references (p. 213-222) and index.
Subject Art, Modern -- Philosophy.
Aesthetics, Modern.
ISBN 9780195167429 (pbk. : alk. paper)
0195167422 (pbk. : alk. paper)
9780195167412 (alk. paper)
0195167414 (alk. paper)
OCLC # 86115335


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