Atmospheres and Shared Emotions

The book Atmospheres and Shared Emotions investigates the role atmospheres play in shared emotion, with insights from leading scholars in the field. It explores key issues such as the relation between atmospheres and moods, how atmospheres define psychopathological conditions, what role atmospheres play in producing shared aesthetic experiences, and the significance of atmospheres in political events. The book promises to make an enduring contribution to the understanding of atmospheres and issues in the philosophy of emotion more broadly.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 212 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the profound influence of atmospheres on the shared experience of emotions. Drawing upon the expertise of esteemed scholars in the field, Atmospheres and Shared Emotions explores a range of critical topics, including the intricate relationship between atmospheres and moods, the diagnostic implications of atmospheres in psychopathological conditions like anxiety and schizophrenia, the role of atmospheres in creating shared aesthetic experiences, and the significant impact of atmospheres on political events.

Through a multidisciplinary approach encompassing phenomenology, film studies, and law, each chapter in this book is intricately connected by a steadfast focus on the multifaceted ways in which atmospheres shape the development of shared emotion. While the concept of atmosphere has gained widespread recognition across various disciplines, the intricate relationship between atmospheres and shared emotion remains relatively overlooked. The notion of sharing emotions during specific events is prevalent in contemporary society. From Brexit to Trump to COVID-19, emotions are not only experienced individually but also collectively.

The book posits that atmospheres can serve as an explanatory framework for understanding the emergence of shared emotion. By examining the interplay between atmospheres and individual experiences, it aims to make a lasting impact on our understanding of atmospheres and the broader realm of the philosophy of emotion.

Packed with a nuanced analysis of key terms in contemporary debates and a series of original studies, this book is an invaluable resource for scholars in contemporary philosophy, aesthetics, human geography, and political science. It offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic relationship between atmospheres and the emotions they evoke, shedding light on the intricate tapestry of human experience.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367674205