001 - Preface
Feb 25, 2026 ·
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In A Philosophical Enquiry, Edmund Burke offers a groundbreaking treatise that has significantly influenced the realm of philosophical aesthetics. Written before he turned 19, this work introduces two essential concepts—the...
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In A Philosophical Enquiry, Edmund Burke offers a groundbreaking treatise that has significantly influenced the realm of philosophical aesthetics. Written before he turned 19, this work introduces two essential concepts—the beautiful and the sublime—that continue to resonate within the field. Burkes sole purely philosophical endeavor not only captivated his contemporaries, including thinkers like Diderot and Kant, but it also laid the groundwork for ongoing discussions in aesthetics since its publication in 1757. Join us as we explore the enduring impact of Burkes insights on our understanding of beauty and the sublime. (Eric Jonas)
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