Publisher's Synopsis
Goethe's Theory of Colors: With Notes (1840) is a book written by the famous German writer and philosopher Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. In this book, Goethe explores the nature of color and light, and presents his theory of how colors are perceived by the human eye. Goethe's theory of colors is based on his observations of the natural world, and he argues that colors are not simply physical phenomena, but are also influenced by the observer's subjective experience. He also discusses the role of color in art and culture, and explores the symbolism and emotional associations of different colors.This edition of the book includes notes and commentary by Goethe himself, as well as by other scholars and experts in the field of color theory. The notes provide additional context and explanation for Goethe's ideas, and help to clarify some of the more complex concepts in the book.Overall, Goethe's Theory of Colors is a seminal work in the field of color theory, and continues to be studied and debated by scholars and artists to this day. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the science and aesthetics of color.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.
