The Politics Of Aesthetics by Jacques Rancière
The Distribution of the Sensible
This insightful work delves into the intricate relationship between art and politics, challenging traditional perceptions of aesthetics. It explores how art can disrupt societal norms and hierarchies by altering the "distribution of the sensible," a concept referring to the system that determines what is visible, sayable, and thinkable within a society. By examining the transformative power of art, the text argues that aesthetics is inherently political, as it can redefine what is perceived as possible, thus influencing social change and democratic engagement.
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- Published
- 2000
- Nationality
- French
- Length
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- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- French
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