The Mental Life of Modernism

Explore the cognitive phenomenon behind the artistic developments of Modernism in this thought-provoking book. Rather than attributing the shift to cultural factors, Samuel Jay Keyser argues that it reflects a natural cognitive limitation of the brain. Discover how the abandonment of traditional aesthetic rules led to the emergence of a new art form, forcing audiences to catch up with artists who used a different part of the brain to create. This book offers a unique perspective on the transformation of poetry, music, and painting, shedding new light on their history and evolution.