{"title":"James O. Young","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames O. Young\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the complex intersections of culture, ethics, and the arts, offering thoughtful analyses that challenge readers to reconsider familiar perspectives. His works delve into topics such as cultural appropriation, inviting a nuanced understanding of artistic expression and its social implications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e category, Young's books provide a critical lens on how cultural identities and creative practices interact. Readers can expect insightful discussions grounded in philosophy and cultural theory, making his collection essential for those interested in contemporary debates surrounding art and society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cultural-appropriation-and-the-arts-by-james-o-young-9781444332711","title":"Cultural Appropriation and the Arts","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, for the first time, a philosopher undertakes a systematic investigation of the moral and aesthetic issues to which cultural appropriation gives rise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCultural Appropriation and the Arts\u003c\/em\u003e is a pervasive feature of the contemporary world. From the Parthenon Marbles remaining in London to white musicians like Bix Beiderbecke and Eric Clapton appropriating musical styles from African-American culture, these issues are explored in depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYoung offers the first systematic philosophical investigation of the moral and aesthetic issues to which cultural appropriation gives rise. The book tackles the thorny issues arising from the clash and integration of cultures and their artefacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions considered include: \"Can cultural appropriation result in the production of aesthetically successful works of art?\" and \"Is cultural appropriation in the arts morally objectionable?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is part of the highly regarded New Directions in Aesthetics series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47462759760108,"sku":"9781444332711","price":68.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781444332711-cultural-appropriation-and-the-arts.jpg?v=1775023034"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/james-o-young.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}