At the Crossroads of the Senses – The Synaesthetic Metaphor Across the Arts in

Name: At the Crossroads of the Senses – The Synaesthetic Metaphor Across the Arts in
Brand: Pennsylvania State University Press

Pennsylvania State University Press

Explore the fascinating intersection of senses in European Modernism with "At the Crossroads of the Senses: The Synaesthetic Metaphor Across the Arts in European Modernism" by Polina Dimova. This insightful book delves into how synaesthesia, the blending of sensory experiences, influenced various art forms during a pivotal period in European cultural history. Discover how painters, writers, musicians, and thinkers of the era used and represented synaesthetic metaphors to create new artistic expressions and challenge traditional perceptions. Key themes explored include: * The role of synaesthesia in literary modernism * Visual art and the perception of sound * Music and its connection to color and emotion * Philosophical underpinnings of sensory blending This hardback edition provides a comprehensive academic study for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of art history, literary criticism, and cultural studies. Product Summary: Hardback book by Polina Dimova, published by Pennsylvania State University Press, analyzing synaesthetic metaphors in European Modernist arts.