Art and Intention by Paisley Livingston

Art and Intention by Paisley Livingston

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Summary

With reference to examples from media, art forms, and traditions, this book demonstrates that insights into the multiple functions of intentions have important implications for our understanding of artistic creation and authorship, the ontology of art, conceptions of texts, works, versions, and the theory of art interpretation and appreciation.

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Art and Intention by Paisley Livingston

With reference to examples from media, art forms, and traditions, this book demonstrates that insights into the multiple functions of intentions have important implications for our understanding of artistic creation and authorship, the ontology of art, conceptions of texts, works, versions, and the theory of art interpretation and appreciation.
A thoughtful and provoking discussion of art and intention - probably the most seriously engaged book to date written on the endlessly challenging subject of an artist's intentions and how it is possible, if at all, to interpret them* Laura Upperton, Philosophical Writings Journal *
A rich and ambitious book, one which...produces abundant food for thought for the most discerning philosophical palates. * Anna Christina Ribeiro, Mind Journal *
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ISBN 13 9780199204298
ISBN 10 0199204292
Title Art and Intention
Author Paisley Livingston
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Oxford University Press
Year published 2007-03-01
Number of pages 270
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