Belcaro; Being Essays on Sundry Aesthetical Questions (eBook)

Exploring Beauty and Art in Victorian Literature

Vernon Lee (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
265 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766461040-9 (EAN)

Infos

Vernon Lee's "Belcaro; Being Essays on Sundry Aesthetical Questions" is a thoughtful exploration of art and aesthetics through a series of essays that engage deeply with various cultural themes. Written with a lyrical prose that merges philosophical inquiry with personal reflection, Lee examines the interplay between beauty, nature, and artistic expression. The work reflects the intricacies of the late 19th-century discourse on aesthetics, contextualizing its insights within the broader Romantic and Decadent movements, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of beauty in art and life. Vernon Lee, born Violet Paget, was a prominent figure in the fin-de-siècle literary scene, known for her fascination with the metaphysical aspects of art and the influence of culture on individual perception. Her extensive travels across Europe and her engagement with various artistic communities informed her perspective on aesthetics, providing a rich backdrop for her writings. The intersection of her identity as a woman in a male-dominated field and her deep emotional and intellectual responses to art shaped her unique voice, offering readers a glimpse into her innovative thoughts. "Belcaro" is a compelling read for anyone interested in the philosophy of art or the evolution of aesthetic thought. Lee's insights are as relevant today as they were in her time, making this collection both timeless and enlightening. This book will resonate with scholars, artists, and general readers alike, inviting them to reflect on the nature of beauty and the transformative power of art.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 27.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater
• Schlagworte: 19th century essays • 19th century literature • aesthetic philosophy • Aesthetics • aesthetic theory • Art and Culture • Art criticism • Author essays • Beauty in Art • Classic • Cultural Criticism • Elegant Prose • English literature • intellectual exploration • Literary Analysis • Literary criticism • literary essays • philosophical insights • Vernon Lee • Victorian Literature • Violet Paget writings