Key Terms in Philosophy of Art offers a clear; concise and accessible introduction to a vital sub-field of philosophy. The book offers a comprehensive overview of the key terms; concepts; thinkers and major works in the history of this key area of philosophical thought. Ideal for first-year students coming to the subject for the first time; Key Terms in Philosophy of Art will serve as the ideal companion to the study of this fascinating subject. Tiger C. Roholt provides detailed summaries of core concepts in the philosophy of art. An introductory chapter provides context and background; while the following chapters offer detailed definitions of key terms and concepts; introductions to the work of key thinkers; summaries of key texts; introductions to philosophys approach to the major art forms; and advice on further reading. Designed specifically to meet the needs of students and assuming no prior knowledge of the subject; this is the ideal reference tool for those coming to philosophy of art for the first time.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Error RiddenBy CoryI have gone through a few chapters in this book; while the information content is good; the book is riddled with errors in the equations and examples.For instance; in Chapter 5 the variable definition for gamma in Equation 5.2 [Page 218 219] is incorrect. It should be gamma = 1 ndash; gamma_1 ndash; gamma_2 (where gamma_1 is the mole fraction of carbon dioxide; gamma_2 is the mole fraction of hydrogen sulfide and gamma is the mole fraction of the hydrocarbons and nitrogen). This error is then compounded onto Example 5.1 where Equation 5.2 is incorrect ndash; it should be W = gamma*Whc + gamma_1*W_1 + gamma_2*W_2 not W = gamma*Whc + gamma_1+W_1 + gamma_2*W_2.Granted these errors are small and should be caught relatively easily if the reader has an adequate background in thermodynamics/separations it is still a little bit ridiculous for a book that is on its third edition and cost over $150 new. For any practical applications (ie field applications or student projects) I would highly recommend the GPSA (Gas Processors Suppliers Association) Engineering Data book and use this book as theoretical background.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy PlainsmanThis was a present to my son who is a chemical design engineer. He very much likes the book.