Aesthetics introduce to the philosophical problems related to the relationship between reality and its representation, in different moments of the western philosophical tradition. The study of Aesthetics aims to develop awareness around the notions of work and form, to go beyond the pure subjectivism of the judgement of taste. Correspondingly, students are called to acquire a knowledge that is not purely objective about the work of art, and to consider it as a figure of the problems of the time.
Course Prerequisites
A developed capacity for synthesis and a vigilant critical faculty. General knowledge of the history of the West in its fundamental stages. Ability to understand complex texts.
Teaching Methods
Aesthetics lessons are articulated as an historical and metaphysical exposition of the fundamental questions that guide the ages. The work of art is interpreted as the text of a truth that is both historical and meta-historical, expressive and revealing, determined and inexhaustible. Lessons take place using the frontal method, for 36 hours. They include seminars, and debate in the classroom is encouraged.
Assessment Methods
Oral interview to verify the knowledge of the arguments of the exam texts, and to ascertain the general understanding of the role of philosophical thought in historical experience.
Texts
M. Heidegger, Off the Beaten Track, Cambridge University Press. H.-G. Gadamer, Truth and Method, Crossroad. J. Derrida, Writing and Difference, Routledge. Th. Kuhn, The Structure of Scientific Revolutions, University of Chicago Press. D. Marconi, Per la verità, Torino, Einaudi.
Contents
The invention of a new paradigm. Work of art and scientific discovery as gateways to a new world. The course will address the contrast between continuity and discontinuity in the task of understanding and transforming the world.
Course Language
Italian
More information
Non-attending students should contact the teacher to define the exam program. The privileges granted by inclusive teaching cannot justify a superficial knowledge of the subject.
