“The trumped-up charges against kitsch and sentimentality should disturb us and make us suspicious.”
Quote by Robert C. Solomon
Work
In Defense of Sentimentality
This book delves into the concept of sentimentality, examining its presence in various aspects of human experience and its significance in the arts and society. more
Author
Robert C. Solomon
Robert C. Solomon was an American philosopher and psychologist known for his contributions to ethics and existentialism. His works covered a wide range of topics, including moral philosophy, human existence, and psychology. more
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