Description
| Product ID: | 9781138827684 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Creativity and Philosophy |
| Authors: | Author: Berys Gaut, Matthew Kieran |
| Page Count: | 394 |
| Subjects: | Philosophy: metaphysics and ontology, Philosophy: metaphysics & ontology, Philosophy of mind, Philosophy: aesthetics, Philosophy of mind, Philosophy: aesthetics |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating An outstanding collection of specially commissioned chapters by leading philosophers who explore the relationship between philosophy and creativity. Essential readings for those interested in the philosophy of creativity, it is also an extremely useful resource for those in related subjects such as music, art and visual studies, literature and education. Creativity matters. We want people to be more creative and admire those who are. Yet creativity is deeply puzzling. Just what is it to be creative? Why is it valuable? Who or what can be creative and how? Creativity and Philosophy is an outstanding collection of specially commissioned chapters by leading philosophers who explore these problems and many more. It provides a comprehensive and creative picture of creativity, including the following themes:
A major feature of the collection is that it explores creativity not only from the perspective of art and aesthetics, but also from a variety of philosophical disciplines, including epistemology, philosophy of mind, philosophical psychology, philosophy of science, political philosophy and ethics. The volume is essential reading for anyone fascinated by creativity, whether their interests lie in philosophy, music, art and visual studies, literature, psychology, neuroscience, management or education, or they are simply intent on learning more about this vital human trait. |
| Imprint Name: | Routledge |
| Publisher Name: | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2018-03-08 |