On Being Blue by William H. Gass
A Philosophical Inquiry
The book is a philosophical exploration of the color blue, delving into its emotional, linguistic, and cultural significance. Through a series of essays, it examines how blue permeates various aspects of human experience, from art and literature to personal reflection and sensory perception. The author uses blue as a lens to discuss broader themes of language, meaning, and the human condition, blending poetic prose with intellectual inquiry to reveal the depth and complexity of this singular color.
The 17010th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1976
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 112
- Original Language
- English
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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