The Sublime and The Beautiful

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Exploring the emotional responses to beauty and sublimity, this philosophical treatise by Edmund Burke delves into human perception's role in these concepts. Drawing on the ideas of Aristotle and Hume, Burke articulates the distinct nature of beauty and sublimity, significantly influencing the Romantic movement in Europe and Britain. His insights shaped artistic expressions across visual arts, music, and literature, highlighting the profound impact of emotional experience on aesthetics.