2019
DOI: 10.1017/s0031819119000251
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On Reading Scruton: Art, Truth, and Temperament

Abstract: Art is the one corner of human life in which we may take our ease. To justify our presence there the only thing that is demanded of us is a passion for representation. In other places our passions are conditional and embarrassed; we are allowed to have only so many as are consistent with those of our neighbours; with their convenience and well-being, with their convictions and prejudices, rules and regulations. Art means an escape from all this. Wherever her brilliant standard floats the need for apologies and… Show more

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“…Let's not forget that art saves us from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. "Art is the only corner of human life where we can relax" (Blackburn, 2019). Unfortunately, not everyone is involved in the arts.…”
Section: Scientific Progress Art and Humansmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Let's not forget that art saves us from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. "Art is the only corner of human life where we can relax" (Blackburn, 2019). Unfortunately, not everyone is involved in the arts.…”
Section: Scientific Progress Art and Humansmentioning
confidence: 99%