Æsthetic as science of expression and general linguistic

Name: Æsthetic as science of expression and general linguistic
Author: Benedetto Croce

By Benedetto Croce

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The author develops a theory of intuitive knowledge as identical with artistic expression, arguing that art is a form of cognition rather than mere feeling or imitation. He critiques theories that separate content and form, reduce beauty to pleasure or physical properties, or treat art as rhetorical, utilitarian, or merely sympathetic. The work situates aesthetic activity within a broader system of spiritual forms and examines relations between intuition and intellect, taste, technique, and the reproduction of artworks. It also addresses historicism, logic, practical activity, and the methodology of literary and artistic history.

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Benedetto Croce

Benedetto Croce (1866-1952) was an influential Italian philosopher, historian, and critic, known for his contributions to aesthetics and the philosophy of history. His work emphasized the importance of the subjective experience in understanding art and culture. Croce's notable texts include "Aesthetic as Science of Expression and General Linguistic," where he explores the relationship between aesthetics and language. He also engaged with historical materialism and critiqued Marxist economics in his writings. Croce's ideas have significantly shaped modern thought in philosophy and the humanities, making him a key figure in 20th-century intellectual discourse.