Philosophy in a new key : a study in the symbolism of reason, rite and art / by Susanne K. Langer.

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Bibliographic Details
Uniform Title:John R. Ford Paperback Collection.
Pelican book ; P25.
Main Author: Langer, Susanne K. (Susanne Katherina Knauth), 1895-1985 (Author)
Other Authors: Jonas, Robert, 1907-1997 (illustrator of cover.)
Language:English
Published: New York : New American Library, [1948]
Series:John R. Ford Paperback Collection.
Pelican book ; P25.
Subjects:
Symbolism.
Philosophy.
Local Note:
MSU: Gift of John and Susan Allen Ford.
MSU: Fifth printing, May 1953. "A Mentor book." Cover illustration signed "Jonas."
MSU: The material is stored offsite in Remote Storage. Please contact Special Collections 3 working days in advance if you wish to use it.
Physical Description:248 pages ; 18 cm.
Format: Book
Contents:
  • The new key
  • Symbolic transformation
  • The logic of signs and symbols
  • Discursive and presentational forms
  • Language
  • Life-symbols: the roots of sacrament
  • Life-symbols: the roots of myth
  • On significance in music
  • The genesis of artistic import
  • The fabric of meaning.