Pragmatist Aesthetics

Focusing on a deeply embodied aesthetic experience, this acclaimed work by Richard Shusterman redefines contemporary aesthetics through a rigorous defense of popular art, including a pioneering study of hip hop. It shifts the discourse towards a socially progressive agenda, making aesthetics more relevant. The second edition features an introduction addressing critiques and concludes with an added chapter that introduces his innovative concept of somaesthetics, further enriching the discussion on art and living.