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On the Significance of Science and Art

On the Significance of Science and Art

Tolstoy, Leo Graf
Hapgood, Isabel Florence

Paperback

PhilosophyArt Criticism & Theory

ISBN10: 1023145723
ISBN13: 9781023145725
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 58
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.12 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Leo Tolstoy, the celebrated author of War and Peace and Anna Karenina, turns his incisive mind to fundamental questions of human existence in On the Significance of Science and Art. Drawn from his larger work What to Do?, this powerful essay delves into the crucial roles of art and science in shaping our understanding of the world and our place within it.

Tolstoy offers a compelling social criticism, questioning the prevailing values of his time and exploring the ethical implications of scientific and artistic endeavors. He grapples with the meaning of life, examining how art and science contribute to, or detract from, our search for purpose and fulfillment. This exploration of ethics and moral philosophy provides a profound meditation on the responsibilities of the artist and the scientist in society.

This meticulously prepared print edition offers readers a chance to engage with Tolstoy's thought-provoking perspective on the interconnectedness of art, science, and the human condition. A vital read for anyone interested in philosophy and the enduring quest for meaning.

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