| Author |
Kames, Henry Home, Lord, 1696-1782 |
| Title |
Elements of Criticism, Volume II.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Elements of Criticism, Volume II" by Lord Henry Home Kames is a philosophical work written in the 18th century. This treatise delves into the principles of literary criticism and aesthetics, exploring how concepts such as congruity, propriety, dignity, and meanness influence human perception and artistic expression. The author aims to establish a foundational understanding of taste and judgment in art and literature. The opening of the volume introduces the concepts of congruity and propriety, emphasizing that these principles are essential to human nature. The author explains that understanding what is suitable or fitting in various contexts—be it in dress, behavior, or language—requires a nuanced grasp of these concepts. Kames explores how society's expectations and the relations between different subjects create a sense of congruity, which in turn shapes our emotional responses to literature and art. By establishing these foundational ideas, the text sets the stage for deeper discussions about morality, justice, and the aesthetic experiences that arise from our interactions with literary works. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Criticism
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| Subject |
Literary style
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
57679 |
| Release Date |
Aug 12, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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