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Functional Beauty
Parsons, Glenn (Ryerson University, Canada)
Functional Beauty
Parsons, Glenn (Ryerson University, Canada)
Parsons and Carlson examine the relationship between function and aesthetic value. They develop the concept of Functional Beauty, drawing on work in the philosophy of science as well as aesthetics, and show its importance in diverse kinds of aesthetic appreciation - of buildings, nature, everyday objects, and events, as well as artworks.
270 pages
Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | September 6, 2012 |
ISBN13 | 9780199659319 |
Publishers | Oxford University Press |
Pages | 270 |
Dimensions | 140 × 218 × 14 mm · 334 g |
Language | English |