History of Beauty

Interesting Facts

• The book explores the concept of beauty through the lens of various eras and cultures, from antiquity to the present.
• It features numerous illustrations of artworks that help readers visually grasp the evolution of beauty concepts.
• Umberto Eco analyzes not only Western but also Eastern concepts of beauty, making the study more comprehensive.
• The book includes quotes and excerpts from works of philosophers, poets, and writers who have pondered beauty over the centuries.
• One of the key points of the book is the idea that the concept of beauty is always subjective and depends on cultural context.
• Eco examines not only aesthetic but also ethical aspects of beauty, showing how they are interconnected.
• The book also touches on the theme of ugliness and its perception in different cultures, contrasting it with beauty.