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Discover how culture shapes our lives through the insightful book 'What is Culture For?'. Delve into the intricate connections between our societal challenges and cultural masterpieces in music, film, literature, and the visual arts. This thought-provoking 2018 publication from Affirm examines how culture can serve as a transformative resource, helping us navigate the complexities of love, work, and societal dilemmas. With 110 pages of engaging content, this book encourages readers to rethink their relationship with culture and view it as a vital tool for enhancing our everyday lives. Whether you're a culture enthusiast or seeking deeper meaning in everyday experiences, this book is essential reading. Shipping for this item is free, and while we aim for timely delivery, please allow up to 6 weeks. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Embrace the power of cultural understanding today and change the way you perceive your world.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780995753532
Year: 2018
Publisher: Affirm
Pages: 110
Description:
Our societies frequently proclaim their enormous esteem for culture. Music, film, literature and the visual arts enjoy high prestige and are viewed by many as getting close to the meaning of life. But what is culture really for? This book proposes that works of culture were all made, in one way or another, with the idea of improving the way we live.
The book connects a range of cultural masterpieces with our own dilemmas and pains around love, work and society, and invites us to see culture as a resource with which to address the complex agonies of being human. It provides us with enduring keys to unlocking culture as a way of transforming our lives.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780995753532
Year: 2018
Publisher: Affirm
Pages: 110
Description:
Our societies frequently proclaim their enormous esteem for culture. Music, film, literature and the visual arts enjoy high prestige and are viewed by many as getting close to the meaning of life. But what is culture really for? This book proposes that works of culture were all made, in one way or another, with the idea of improving the way we live.
The book connects a range of cultural masterpieces with our own dilemmas and pains around love, work and society, and invites us to see culture as a resource with which to address the complex agonies of being human. It provides us with enduring keys to unlocking culture as a way of transforming our lives.