Download or read book Philosophy and Art in Southeast Asia written by Melvin Chen and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2024-08-08 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Guiding you through the topics that shape aesthetics, this introduction explores the truth, meaning, taste, aesthetic merit and the role of perception. Each chapter offers a wealth of examples from Asia, including Sonny Liew's The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye, Tan Tai Yong, Kueh Appreciation Day and dragon kiln pottery. They deal with controversies and address central questions, such as: When are artworks considered dangerous? Why does Socrates recommend the banishment of the poets? What are the problems and challenges posed by forgery? Here is a creative and accessible introduction that inspires a love for art and aesthetics"--