PHIL 3030 Philosophy of Art

PHIL 3030 Philosophy of Art
Philosophy of Art
A philosophical inquiry into the nature of art in its various forms, including poetry and literature, painting and sculpture, dance and music. Based on readings of classical and contemporary texts, we will address questions such as: What makes an object a work of art? How do different forms of art influence each other? How is art related to scientific inquiry and philosophy? What is the role of art in social and political life?
credit hours: 3