Calliope's Sisters: A Comparative Study of Philosophies of Art

by Richard L. Anderson

Examines the visual and performing arts of the world's societies.

Genres: Art, Anthropology, History, Philosophy

320 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1989

Reviews

[Barb]

This book has some wonderful quotes about art, aesthetics, and the role they play in various societies. If you are looking to reflect on why humans make art, this book is a good addition to your explorations.

[Noelle]

Great overview of inter-culture differing ideas of aesthetics.

[Kathryn]

I have not read every chapter, but it is a great resource on non-western aesthetics

[Jamie Rogers]

Partial read.