Natural Beauty
Why it Matters to Us
$491.40
- Hardcover
208 pages
- Release Date
30 April 2027
Summary
What is it about a mountain landscape, an ancient woodland or the changing light on the sea that can move us so deeply? David E. Cooper believes that our experience of natural beauty is far more than a source of passing pleasure: it is a vital part of living a good life.
Drawing on philosophy, poetry and nature writing from all over the world, Cooper develops a rich account of both beauty and nature, showing how our experiences of nature can be meaningful in many ways. He challenges u…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781399578004 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1399578006 |
| Author: | David E. Cooper |
| Publisher: | Edinburgh University Press |
| Imprint: | Edinburgh University Press |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 208 |
| Release Date: | 30 April 2027 |
| Dimensions: | 138mm x 216mm |
You Can Find This Book In
David E. Cooper
David E. Cooper is Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at Durham University. He has held Visiting Professor positions in numerous countries, including the USA, Canada, Malta, Sri Lanka, and South Africa.
His extensive bibliography includes:
- Pessimism, Quietism and Nature as Refuge (Agenda, 2024)
- Animals and Misanthropy (Routledge, 2018)
- Senses of Mystery: Engaging with Nature and the Meaning of Life (Routledge, 2018)
- A Philosophy of Gardens (Oxford University Press, 2006)
- World Philosophies: An Historical Introduction (Blackwell, 2003 2nd ed.)
- The Measure of Things: Humanism, Humility and Mystery (Oxford University Press, 2002)
In addition to his philosophical works, David E. Cooper is also an accomplished author of novels and short stories.
Returns
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.