Written with clarity, wit, and rigor, <i>The Philosophy of Art</i> provides an incisive account of the core topics in the field.<br><ul><br><li>The first volume in the new <i>Foundations of the Philosophy of the Arts</i> series, designed to provide crisp introductions to the fundamental general questions about art, as well as to questions about the several arts (such as literature, music or painting). <br><li>Presents a clear and insightful introduction to central topics and on-going debates in the philosophy of art. <br><li>Eight sections cover a wide spectrum of topics such as the interpretation of art, the relation between art and moral values, and the expression and arousal of emotion through art. <br><li>Pedagogical features include full-color illustrations, vibrant examples, thought-provoking discussion questions and helpful suggested readings.</li></ul>