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On The Significance Of Science And Art

On The Significance Of Science And Art

Tolstoy, Leo

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Philosophy

ISBN10: 1419138839
ISBN13: 9781419138836
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 17 2004
Pages: 56
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.15 Width: 7.58 Depth: 9.20
Language: English
On The Significance Of Science And Art is a collection of essays by the renowned Russian author, Leo Tolstoy. In this book, Tolstoy explores the relationship between science and art, and their significance in human life. He argues that science and art are both essential for human progress and understanding, but that they serve different purposes. Science is concerned with the objective world and seeks to explain it through empirical observation and experimentation, while art is concerned with the subjective world of human experience and seeks to express it through creative means.Tolstoy also discusses the role of art in society, arguing that it has the power to inspire and uplift people, but that it can also be used for propaganda and manipulation. He emphasizes the importance of art that is truthful and sincere, and that reflects the genuine experiences and emotions of the artist.Throughout the book, Tolstoy draws on examples from his own life and work, as well as from the works of other artists and thinkers. He also reflects on the spiritual and philosophical aspects of science and art, and their potential to reveal deeper truths about the nature of reality and human existence.Overall, On The Significance Of Science And Art is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the relationship between two of the most important aspects of human culture and civilization. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the role of science and art in human life, and the ways in which they can be used to promote human flourishing and understanding.But this is unjust. I not only do not repudiate art and science, but, in the name of that which is true art and true science, I say that which I do say; merely in order that mankind may emerge from that savage state into which it will speedily fall, thanks to the erroneous teaching of our time, --only for this purpose do I say that which I say.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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