{"title":"Jeffrey L. Kosky","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Jeffrey L. Kosky collection—an engaging exploration of philosophy and the arts that invites readers to delve into the thought-provoking intersections of these fields. Jeffrey L. Kosky is renowned for his scholarly yet accessible writings that blend philosophical insight with a deep appreciation for the psychological aspects of human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works featured in this collection is \u003cem\u003eArts of Wonder\u003c\/em\u003e. In this book, Kosky embarks on a fascinating journey, challenging conventional ideas about the function and significance of art in our lives. By examining art through the lens of philosophy, he reveals how art can be both an object of contemplation and a source of wonder, enriching our understanding of the world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection is ideal for readers who are passionate about philosophy and psychology, and who appreciate literature that stimulates curiosity and philosophical discourse. Jeffrey L. Kosky's work encourages a deeper reflection on how we perceive art and its profound impact on our mental and emotional landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"arts-of-wonder-by-jeffrey-l-kosky-9780226411804","title":"Arts of Wonder","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The fate of our times is characterized by rationalization and intellectualization and, above all, by ‘the disenchantment of the world.’” Max Weber’s statement remains a dominant interpretation of the modern condition: the increasing capabilities of knowledge and science have banished mysteries, leaving a world that can be mastered technically and intellectually. And though this idea seems empowering, many people have become disenchanted with modern disenchantment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing intimate encounters with works of art to explore disenchantment and the possibilities of re-enchantment, \u003cem\u003eArts of Wonder\u003c\/em\u003e addresses questions about the nature of humanity, the world, and God in the wake of Weber’s diagnosis of modernity. Jeffrey L. Kosky focuses on a handful of artists—Walter De Maria, Diller + Scofidio, James Turrell, and Andy Goldsworthy—to show how they introduce spaces hospitable to mystery and wonder, redemption and revelation, and transcendence and creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat might be thought of as religious longings, he argues, are crucial aspects of enchanting secularity when developed through encounters with these works of art. Developing a model of religion that might be significant to secular culture, Kosky shows how this model can be employed to deepen interpretation of the art we usually view as representing secular modernity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful dialogue between philosophy and art, \u003cem\u003eArts of Wonder\u003c\/em\u003e will catch the eye of readers of art and religion, philosophy of religion, and art criticism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000543232236,"sku":"9780226411804","price":60.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16346323482268.jpg?v=1763283176"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/jeffrey-l-kosky.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}