The Persistence of Modernity: Aesthetics, Ethics and Postmodernism

by Albrecht Wellmer

In this timely new book Wellmer intervenes in the highly topical debates on modernity and post-modernity. Discussing the work of Adorno, Habermas, Peter Burger and Jean-Fran&ccedilois Lyotard, among others, he offers a penetrating analysis of the aesthetic, ethical and philosophical dimensions of the modern era. In opposition to those who view post-modernity as a sign of post-enlightenment, Wellmer makes a reasoned plea for a re-examination of the goals of emancipatory Enlightenment and explores its implications for the appreciation of modern art forms.

Genres: Philosophy

358 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 1, 1991

Reviews

[Lance Grabmiller · Rating 2 out of 5]

Interesting but a bit more narrow than the promising title might lead one to believe (the subtitle is more appropriate), and perhaps a bit too technical (philosophers talking amongst philosophers). More a commentary on Adorno than anything else.