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Beauty: A Very Short Introduction by Roger Scruton
Mar 21, 2023
Roger Scruton, philosopher and author of Beauty: A Very Short Introduction, discusses taste judgments, his reputation, and the disappointment with his book. The chapter also explores the concept of beauty from an evolutionary perspective and critiques Scruton's work. The podcast ends with a discussion on the differences between Western and non-Western concepts of history.
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- Scruton argues that beauty is anchored in reason and that art must have meaning.
- The book lacks clear explanations, comprehensive analysis, and is filled with convoluted prose.
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Roger Scruton's Short Introduction to Aesthetics
The podcast episode discusses Roger Scruton's book 'Beauty: A Very Short Introduction,' which aims to explore the concept of beauty. The hosts find the book challenging to comprehend, as Scruton's writing style is dense and filled with abstract references. They criticize the lack of a clear thesis or argument, making it difficult to discern his views on beauty. However, they note that Scruton argues that beauty is anchored in reason and that art must have meaning. They also discuss his disdain for kitsch and his negative views on the impact of photography on art. Overall, the hosts find the book frustrating and inaccessible, struggling to extract meaningful insights from its contents.
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