Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
204
Language
English
Published
Sep 15, 1979
Publisher
University of Chicago Press Journals
ISBN-10
0226733343
ISBN-13
9780226733340
Description
In this compelling collection, Sheldon Sacks brings together fourteen thought-provoking essays that delve into the intricacies and significance of metaphor across various disciplines. Each contributor, an eminent figure in their respective fields, offers unique insights that bridge philosophy, literature, and theology, exploring how metaphor shapes thought, language, and understanding.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of ideas that not only highlight the beauty of metaphorical language but also question its fundamental role in human experience. Through rigorous analysis and eloquent prose, this anthology invites contemplation on the ways metaphors influence perception and foster deeper connections within both art and everyday life.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of ideas that not only highlight the beauty of metaphorical language but also question its fundamental role in human experience. Through rigorous analysis and eloquent prose, this anthology invites contemplation on the ways metaphors influence perception and foster deeper connections within both art and everyday life.
Genres
Philosophy
Art & Photography
Contemporary
Nature