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Homo aestheticus : where art comes from and why / Ellen Dissanayake

This study examines the biological and evolutionary origins of art, identifying aesthetic activity as a fundamental human need. It explores how artistic expression has shaped human development and analyses the changing role of the arts in modern society.

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