Thomas Jefferson Among the Arts: An Essay in Early American Esthetics

Eleanor Davidson Berman

Thomas Jefferson Among the Arts: An Essay in Early American Esthetics
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Literary Licensing, LLC
Country
United States
Published
9 July 2011
Pages
342
ISBN
9781258057985

Thomas Jefferson Among the Arts: An Essay in Early American Esthetics

Eleanor Davidson Berman

""Thomas Jefferson Among The Arts: An Essay In Early American Esthetics"" is a book written by Eleanor Davidson Berman that delves into the aesthetic beliefs and practices of Thomas Jefferson, one of the founding fathers of the United States. The book explores how Jefferson's interest in the arts and his own artistic pursuits influenced his political and social philosophies, as well as his vision for America's cultural identity.Through a close examination of Jefferson's writings, letters, and personal collections, Berman argues that Jefferson was deeply committed to the arts and saw them as integral to the development of a democratic society. She explores how Jefferson's appreciation for the visual arts, architecture, literature, and music informed his ideas about education, citizenship, and the role of government in supporting cultural institutions.In addition to providing a detailed analysis of Jefferson's aesthetic theories, the book also offers insights into the broader cultural landscape of early America. Berman discusses the influence of European art and culture on Jefferson and his contemporaries, as well as the ways in which American artists and intellectuals were developing their own unique artistic traditions.Overall, ""Thomas Jefferson Among The Arts"" is a fascinating exploration of the intersection between art, politics, and culture in early America, and sheds new light on one of the most influential figures in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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