Oxford University Press - Art, Emotion And Ethics Book

Explore the deep connection between morality and creativity with Art, Emotion and Ethics from Oxford University Press. This book provides a systematic investigation into how art relates to moral values, a subject that has remained a central topic in the philosophy of art since the time of Plato. Author Berys Gaut examines the various positions within this long-standing debate. He presents a compelling argument that an artwork is aesthetically flawed when it contains a moral defect that is aesthetically relevant. By studying these connections, readers gain a deeper understanding of how moral goodness can be viewed as a form of beauty. This text develops three main arguments to support its view. It explores how artworks can teach us about morality and how this educational aspect often serves as an aesthetic merit. Whether you are a student of philosophy or an enthusiast of art criticism, this book offers a rigorous look at how ethics and aesthetics meet.