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PHILOSOPHY 200: EVERYDAY AESTHETICS 1:10 P.M. – 2:10 P.M. M-F FULL TERM

Courses in aesthetics (the philosophy of beauty) traditionally focus on such topics as fine art, classical music and literature. In this course we will study more every-day objects. No previous coursework in philosophy is required,

although is helpful. Topics Include:

Rock Music: What does the widespread preference for rock music over classical music say about Western culture?

Horror Movies: Horror is the most popular genre of film in the U.S.A., yet no horror movie has ever won an academy award.

The Art of Food: Can we think of cooking as an art form?

Aesthetics of Personal Style: What does personal style say about a person? Can one make their life into an artwork?

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