Res Publica: Art as a Public Affair - Softcover

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What does it mean to think of art as a public affair? How does art intersect with the concept of "the public"? These compelling questions lie at the heart of "Res Publica: Art as a Public Affair", a thought-provoking book inspired by Boris Groys’s influential essay Art in the Age of Democracy. This publication examines the complex relationship between art, public life, and existential issues, addressing universal themes such as isolation, freedom, meaninglessness, and death—and their political and societal implications.

Through 260 stunning images and critical essays, this 320-page book explores how art navigates psychological, political, and philosophical challenges. Topics range from national identity, migration, and mass movements to intimacy, shame, and the effects of totalitarianism. By investigating the political instrumentalization of human conditions, this book offers fresh perspectives on art’s role in shaping public consciousness and fostering collective reflection.

A must-read for art enthusiasts, sociologists, philosophers, and anyone interested in the intersection of art, politics, and society.

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