Art and Poetry

The French philosopher's treatise on the nature of art and poetry includes enlightening critiques of major painters and dialogues with notable writers.

Originally published in 1935 with the title Frontières de la Poésie, this work by Jacques Maritain explores the nature and subjectivity of art and poetry. As a philosopher, Maritain attempts to define the two concepts, describing them as virtuous, being primarily concerned with beauty. Rather than focusing on aesthetic theory, Maritain examin...