Arnold Hauser Books

First published in 1951 Arnold Hauser s commanding work presents an account of the development and meaning of art from its origins in the Stone Age through to the Film Age. This new edition of a classic work offers a contemporary introduction.

Originally released in two volumes in 1951, this work offers a significant exploration of its themes and characters. The historical context and the author's insights provide a rich backdrop for the narrative, inviting readers to engage deeply with the material. The book's structure and presentation reflect the era of its publication, making it a notable piece for those interested in literary history and development.

First published in 1959, this book is concerned with the methodology of art history, and so with questions about historical thinking; it enquires what scientific history of art can accomplish, what are its mean and limitations? It contains philosophical reflections on history and begins with chapters on the scope and limitations of a sociology of art, and the concept of ideology in the history of art. The chapter on the concept of "art history without names" occupies the central position in the book � thoroughly discussing the basic philosophical outlook for the whole work. There are also further chapters on psychoanalysis, folk art and popular art. The chapter on the role of convention in the history of art points the way for further study.

Exploring the evolution of art from the Stone Age to the Film Age, this influential work by Arnold Hauser delves into the significance and transformation of artistic expression throughout history. The new edition features a contemporary introduction, enhancing its relevance for modern readers while preserving the depth of Hauser's original analysis.

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The development and significance of art are explored from the Stone Age to the Film Age in this influential work by Arnold Hauser. Originally published in 1951, it provides a comprehensive account of art's evolution over time. This new edition includes a contemporary introduction, making it accessible for modern readers while retaining the depth of Hauser's original analysis.

First published in 1982, The Sociology of Art considers all forms of the arts, whether visual arts, literature, film, theatre or music from Bach to the Beatles. The last book to be completed by Arnold Hauser before his death in 1978, it is a total analysis of the spiritual forces of social expression, based upon comprehensive historical experience and documentation. Hauser explores art through the earliest times to the modern era, with fascinating analyses of the mass media and current manifestations of human creativity. An extension and completion of his earlier work, The Social History of Art, this volume represents a summing up of his thought and forms a fitting climax to his lifee(tm)s work. Translated by Kenneth J. Northcote.