Social Appearances - (Columbia Themes in Philosophy, Social Criticism, and the Art) by Barbara Carnevali (Paperback)

Social Appearances by Barbara Carnevali is a groundbreaking philosophical examination of the roles that appearances play in social life.

This book offers a fresh perspective on society as an aesthetic phenomenon, challenging traditional dichotomies and inviting readers to reconsider their understanding of appearance and reality.

With a focus on the ways in which we appear in public and the impressions we make on others, Carnevali develops new theoretical and conceptual tools for grasping the dynamics of interaction, recognition, and power in which we live.

By anchoring her argument in philosophy, traversing sociology, art history, literature, and popular culture, and drawing on the insights of influential thinkers such as Nietzsche and Hume, Carnevali demonstrates that an understanding of appearances is essential for grasping the complex forces shaping our social world.

This book will appeal to readers interested in philosophy, sociology, cultural studies, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of how appearance shapes our lives.