The Crisis of Criticism

Do critics grant cultural permission or is their work merely descriptive? Is some art beyond criticism? How can critics bridge the gap between a sometimes hermetic art community and the general public? THE CRISIS OF CRITICISM is a collection of brilliantly argued, provocative essays that address the issue of the critic's authority and responsibilities.

Summary

A collection of essays on the nature of the art critic's authority and responsibilities. The contributors address questions such as whether some art is beyond criticism, and how critics can bridge the gap between a sometimes hermetic art community and the general public.

Product details

• Assisted by: Sharon Beder (Editor)
• Publisher: New Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.06.1998
• EAN: 9781565844179
• ISBN: 978-1-56584-417-9
• No. of pages: 172
• Dimensions: 125 mm x 176 mm x 13 mm
• Weight: 168 g
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Art > General, dictionaries