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Homo Colens: Poetry, Criticism, & Philosophy
Homo Colens Poetry Criticism Philosophy Author:Jared Roberts From the Editor: The author begins with a picture of knowledge that separates the 'naturalistic spectrum' of science from the 'poetic spectrum' of the arts, where he also includes criticism and philosophy. From there, the book explores the origin and development of poetry on the basis of some philosophical-anthropological theories; then how crit... more »icism and philosophy are generated from poetry, and what the ramifications of these views are. Underlying most of the discussions in Homo Colens is the idea that poetry is responsible for human culture, and is necessary for human life and growth. Readers who appreciate Harold Bloom, Kenneth Burke, or Nietzsche may especially find this work of interest.« less