Anyone interested in Modernist aesthetics will want to have this book. Ortega y Gasset,as he does in all his books and essays, captures the historical progression of ideas better than anyone else of his generation. Whether your interested in Modernist art or poetry(European or American), this book will help to elucidate important intellectual currents and better able you to challenge and explore many of the underlying philosophical and aesthetic constructs that influenced Ortega y Gasset's "generation[s]"

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5.0 out of 5 stars Art critique as art, April 7, 2000

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Ortega y Gasset was not just another philosopher. He's a thinker that raised philosophy to the level of art. As such, his analysis of art is a work of art by itself. His insights into aesthetics are overwhelming and inexhaustable. This book is not just a book about art; it's a vast meditation on modern human condition. Before one reads any art criticism one should read this one so that one will taste the truth of the art. Ortega y Gasset writing reminds us that contemporary art critic is so dull and out of touch with its subject. After reading Ortega's book one would have difficulties reading any other art critique.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Overlooked critical theory , November 24, 2008

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An important work in the history of ideas and critical theory, overlooked in recent criticism. Some judgments are dated, but the reasoning is sound and inspiring. Connects twentieth century problems and ideas with philosophical positions dating back to Plato. Precise and forceful. Smokes Foucault. Especially helpful: "On Point of View in the Arts" and "In Search of Goethe from Within."

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