The Beautiful - An Introduction to Psychological Aesthetics

Exploring the multifaceted nature of beauty, this collection of essays delves into psychological aesthetics through various lenses. Paget examines concepts such as perception, empathy, and the relationship between subject and object, offering insights into why beauty captivates us. Her witty and original approach, marked by irony, enhances the discourse on aesthetics. This edition also features a new biography, enriching the reader's understanding of Paget's contributions to literature and thought.