Sensing Collectives: Aesthetic and Political Practices Intertwined

Aesthetics and politics are inextricably linked, as evidenced by case studies that explore how sensory experiences shape collective interests and how they are entangled in building and disrupting collective orders. This ranges from populist rallies to artistic activism, corporate PR, and governmental policies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 314 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2023
Publisher: Transcript Verlag

Aesthetics and politics are often seen as separate entities, with aesthetics being concerned with the appreciation of beauty and the arts, while politics is concerned with the governance and management of society. However, this book takes a fresh approach by examining how these two spheres are intricately intertwined, and how they shape and influence each other in various ways.

The book begins by exploring the theoretical foundations of aesthetics and politics, examining how they are shaped by cultural, social, and historical factors. It then moves on to examine case studies that illustrate how these two spheres interact in real-world situations. These case studies cover a wide range of topics, including populist rallies, artistic activism, alternative lifestyles, consumer culture, corporate PR, and governmental policies.

Through these case studies, the book demonstrates how aesthetics and politics are entangled in complex ways, both in building and disrupting collective orders. It shows how sensory experiences, such as the visual aesthetics of a protest rally or the music of an activist song, can shape collective attitudes and beliefs, while also how political ideologies and policies can influence the arts and culture.

The authors of the book are academics and artists, bringing a unique perspective to the examination of aesthetics and politics. They draw on their expertise in these fields to provide insights that are both theoretical and practical, and that will be of interest to scholars, artists, and policymakers alike.

In conclusion, this book offers a new mapping of the intermingling and co-constitution of aesthetics and politics in engagements with collective orders. It demonstrates how these two spheres are intertwined in complex ways, and how they shape and influence each other in a variety of contexts. By exploring the theoretical foundations of aesthetics and politics, as well as through case studies that illustrate their interaction in real-world situations, the book provides a valuable contribution to the field of aesthetics and politics.

Weight: 496g
Dimension: 147 x 225 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783837657456