Taking The Waters: Spirit Art Sensuality
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Alev Lytle Croutier
Binding: Paperback
Published: Abbeville Press Publishers, 1992
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A captivating cultural history, Taking The Waters: Spirit Art Sensuality presents the profound connections between water, spirituality, and artistic expression across various traditions. It uncovers the rich tapestry of rituals and practices associated with water, illustrating how these have shaped human sensuality and aesthetic sensibilities throughout history. The narrative chronicles the evolution of these practices, from ancient healing springs to elaborate bathhouses, revealing their enduring influence on art, architecture, and personal well-being. Croutier argues for a deeper appreciation of these often-overlooked aspects of human experience, detailing their significance in fostering both communal bonds and individual introspection. This evocative work offers a unique perspective on the interplay of the sacred, the artistic, and the sensual, inviting readers to reconsider the transformative power of water.
Author: Alev Lytle Croutier
Binding: Paperback
Published: Abbeville Press Publishers, 1992
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A captivating cultural history, Taking The Waters: Spirit Art Sensuality presents the profound connections between water, spirituality, and artistic expression across various traditions. It uncovers the rich tapestry of rituals and practices associated with water, illustrating how these have shaped human sensuality and aesthetic sensibilities throughout history. The narrative chronicles the evolution of these practices, from ancient healing springs to elaborate bathhouses, revealing their enduring influence on art, architecture, and personal well-being. Croutier argues for a deeper appreciation of these often-overlooked aspects of human experience, detailing their significance in fostering both communal bonds and individual introspection. This evocative work offers a unique perspective on the interplay of the sacred, the artistic, and the sensual, inviting readers to reconsider the transformative power of water.