SYNESTHESIA AND THE ARTS
Dani Cavallaro, McFarland
2013; 195 pages; softcover (6 x 9)
About the Book
This study explores the relationship between synesthesia--the experience
of a sensation in one perceptual domain triggering a sensation in
another perceptual domain--and the arts (including painting,
photography, music and literature). Its aim is twofold: to introduce
readers as yet unfamiliar with synesthesia to this intriguing phenomenon
by focusing on its impact on the creation and reception of art; and to
alert readers already conversant with synesthesia in its many
manifestations to its potential to encourage fresh ways of approaching
art, of understanding the part played by our bodies in its production
and receipt and, by extension, of reassessing our position in nature as
humans.
Dani Cavallaro has written widely about literature, cultural theory, and anime. She lives in London.
About McFarland
McFarland is a leading independent publisher of academic and nonfiction books. McFarland is especially known for covering topics of popular appeal in a serious and scholarly fashion, and for going to great lengths to manufacture books to the highest standards and library specifications. Many of them have received awards as outstanding reference or academic titles.
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