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 Architecture
As a Synthesis of the Arts
8 lectures plus extracts and notes by
Rudolf Steiner
See also:
Architecture - An Introductory Reader
Architecture
as a Synthesis of the Arts introduces Rudolf Steiner's
vision of architecture as a culmination and synthesis of all art
forms. Such an architecture unites sculpture, painting, and
engraving as well as drama, music and dance - a vital synthesis
of all the arts working in cooperation through the common ideal
of awakening us to our individuality and task in life. Unlike
many of his contemporaries, however, Steiner's ideas did not
remain abstract. Within his lifetime he was able to design and
construct a number of buildings, including his architectural
masterpiece, the Goetheanum - a centre for culture and arts near
Basle, Switzerland. In these lectures Steiner describes, with
reference to the Goetheanum, the importance of an
architecturally coherent and integrated community, and how this
in turn affects social unity and harmony. Includes eight colour
plates and 30 black & white illustrations. A valuable collection
for students of architecture, the arts, social science, or
anybody seeker deeper spiritual understanding.
Trans: J. Collis (8 lectures plus extracts and notes, based
on GA286); 216pp
Rudolf
Steiner Press
1 85584 057 X; paperback
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- Rudolf Steiner
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Rudolf Steiner (1861-1925) called his spiritual philosophy
'anthroposophy', which he defined as 'the consciousness of one's
humanity', and the disciplined methods of studying this he termed
‘spiritual science’. As a highly developed clairvoyant and
spiritual initiate, he spoke from his direct cognition of the
spiritual world. However, he did not see his work as religious or
sectarian, but rather sought to found a universal 'science of the
spirit'.
His
many published works (written books and lectures) - which include
his research into the spiritual nature of the human being, the
evolution of the world and humanity, and methods of personal
development - invite readers to develop their own spiritual
faculties. He also provided indications for the renewal of
many human activities, including education - both general and
special - agriculture, medicine, economics, architecture, science,
philosophy, religion and the arts. He wrote some 30 books and
delivered over 6000 lectures across Europe, and in 1924 founded the
General Anthroposophical Society which today has branches throughout
the world.
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