{"title":"Hugo Shakeshaft","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Hugo Shakeshaft, an author whose works seamlessly blend philosophy and psychology to create thought-provoking narratives. Delve into this collection of intellectual exploration and imaginative storytelling, where each book invites you to ponder life's profound questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong Hugo Shakeshaft's celebrated works is \u003cem\u003eBeauty and the Gods\u003c\/em\u003e, a fascinating journey that challenges traditional ideas and encourages readers to explore the intricate connections between aesthetic pleasure and divine influence. His writing effortlessly combines philosophical depth with engaging prose, making complex concepts accessible and enlightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHugo Shakeshaft's books are ideal for readers who revel in intellectual stimulation and are eager to confront new perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned philosopher or a curious mind eager to explore the realms of human thought, Shakeshaft's writings offer a rich tapestry of insights that will captivate and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the collection and embark on a journey of discovery with Hugo Shakeshaft, as you navigate the intriguing intersections of philosophy and psychology.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"beauty-and-the-gods-by-hugo-shakeshaft-9780691250205","title":"Beauty and the Gods","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow ideas and experiences of beauty informed human relationships with the divine in ancient Greece\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with the earliest Greek literature, the epics of Homer and Hesiod, beauty was seen as having a special connection with the divine. The gods of ancient Greece were defined by their exceptional beauty; even today, 'to look like a Greek god' is proverbial for human beauty. In \u003ci\u003eBeauty and the Gods\u003c\/i\u003e, Hugo Shakeshaft explores the relationship between the beautiful and divine in ancient Greece, principally in the Archaic period (ca. 750-480 BCE). Analysing evidence that ranges from poetry, art, and philosophical texts to architecture and the natural landscape, Shakeshaft shows how ideas and experiences of beauty shaped Greek relations with the divine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a powerful call for the place of beauty and aesthetics in the writing of history, Shakeshaft uncovers the cultural dialogue between beauty and the gods in a variety of contexts in the Archaic Greek world: in forms of divine worship; in poetry, music, and dance; in attitudes to the natural environment; and in architecture and art. This early chapter of Greek history, he argues, holds an unrecognised key to understanding some long-running threads in the histories of religion, art, and aesthetics, from Plato's aesthetic theories to beauty's status in contemporary discourse. Beauty's deep past and divine connection in ancient Greece can help us see beauty now in sharper focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46768657236204,"sku":"9780691250205","price":89.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2489193482434.jpg?v=1756386770"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/hugo-shakeshaft.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}