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The Artist And His Mission

A Study In Aesthetics (1881)

William McClellan Reily

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01 October 2008
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""The Artist and His Mission: A Study in Aesthetics"" is a book written by William McClellan Reily in 1881. The book explores the role of the artist in society and their mission to create art that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also meaningful. Reily argues that artists have a responsibility to use their talents to inspire and enlighten others, and that their work should reflect the values and beliefs of their time. He also delves into the various forms of art, including painting, sculpture, music, and literature, and discusses the importance of each in the artistic canon. Throughout the book, Reily draws upon the works of famous artists and philosophers, including Michelangelo, Plato, and Kant, to support his arguments. ""The Artist and His Mission"" is a thought-provoking examination of the role of art in society and the responsibilities of artists.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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""The Artist and His Mission: A Study in Aesthetics"" is a book written by William McClellan Reily in 1881. The book explores the role of the artist in society and their mission to create art that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also meaningful. Reily argues that artists have a responsibility to use their talents to inspire and enlighten others, and that their work should reflect the values and beliefs of their time. He also delves into the various forms of art, including painting, sculpture, music, and literature, and discusses the importance of each in the artistic canon. Throughout the book, Reily draws upon the works of famous artists and philosophers, including Michelangelo, Plato, and Kant, to support his arguments. ""The Artist and His Mission"" is a thought-provoking examination of the role of art in society and the responsibilities of artists.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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