On Being Blue: A Philosophical Inquiry
by William H. Gass
On Being Blue is a philosophical exploration of the color blue and its cultural, emotional, and linguistic significance. William H. Gass delves into the color's role in art, literature, and music, examining how blue evokes feelings of melancholy, depth, and introspection. The book is both a meditation on language and a reflection on the human condition.
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New York Review Books
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Philosophical Inquiry Color Theory Literary Criticism Cultural Studies Art and Aesthetics Linguistics Emotional Exploration 20th Century Literature Intellectual Essays American Literature
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