Music And Life: A Study Of The Relations Between Ourselves And Music (1917)

By Thomas Whitney Surette

Book Overview

Music And Life: A Study Of The Relations Between Ourselves And Music is a book written by Thomas Whitney Surette and published in 1917. The book explores the relationship between music and human life, discussing the ways in which music can affect our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Surette argues that music is not just a form of entertainment or art, but an essential part of human experience that can shape our perceptions of the world and our place in it.The book is divided into three parts. The first part discusses the nature of music and its role in human life. Surette explores the various ways in which music can be experienced and the different effects it can have on our minds and bodies. He also discusses the history of music and its evolution over time.The second part of the book focuses on the psychology of music. Surette explores the ways in which music can influence our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. He discusses the different types of music and their effects on different people, as well as the ways in which music can be used therapeutically.The third and final part of the book discusses the philosophy of music. Surette explores the meaning and significance of music in human life, discussing its relationship to religion, morality, and aesthetics. He also discusses the ways in which music can be used to express and communicate ideas and emotions.Overall, Music And Life: A Study Of The Relations Between Ourselves And Music is a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between music and human life. It offers insights into the nature of music, its psychological and philosophical implications, and its role in shaping our perceptions of the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116489580X
• ISBN13: 9781164895800
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"