Delight the Soul of Art: Five Lectures

""Delight The Soul Of Art: Five Lectures"" is a book written by Arthur Jerome Eddy, an American art critic and collector, that explores the relationship between art and the human soul. The book is a collection of five lectures that Eddy delivered at the Art Institute of Chicago in 1911. In the lectures, Eddy argues that art is not simply a form of entertainment or decoration, but rather a vital part of human life that has the power to nourish and enrich the soul. He discusses the importance of beauty, harmony, and proportion in art, and how these elements can inspire and uplift the human spirit. Eddy also examines the role of the artist in society and the ways in which art reflects and shapes cultural values. He discusses the impact of different artistic movements, such as the Renaissance and Impressionism, on the development of Western art. Overall, ""Delight The Soul Of Art: Five Lectures"" is a thought-provoking exploration of the power of art to enrich and transform the human experience. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art and spirituality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.