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The new Philistines : how identity politics disfigure the arts

by Sohrab Ahmari

This work explores the influence of identity politics on contemporary art and popular culture. It analyses how ideological focuses on race and gender have replaced traditional creative values, and considers the resulting impact on artistic expression.

Accession 23417 ISBN 9781785901270 Publisher Biteback Publishing
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