Ways of Sensing: Understanding the Senses In Society

by David Howes and Constance Classen

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Ways of Sensing is a stimulating exploration of the cultural, historical and political dimensions of the world of the senses. The book spans a wide range of settings and makes comparisons between different cultures and epochs, revealing the power and diversity of sensory expressions across time and space. The chapters reflect on topics such as the tactile appeal of medieval art, the healing power of Navajo sand paintings, the aesthetic blight of the...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0415697158

ISBN13:9780415697156

Release Date:October 2013

Publisher:Routledge

Length:200 Pages

Weight:0.80 lbs.

Dimensions:1.1" x 6.2" x 9.1"

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