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Philosophy for Lunch

February 9, 2017, 11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Location Schmitt Hall - 242
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Feb 9 - The Death of an Aura

In “The Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction,” Walter Benjamin suggests that photography and film destroy what he calls​ ​the 'aura​' of an artwork. For Benjamin, aura is not​ ​the​ ​mystical luminescence purportedly ​perceivable by​​ ​clairvoyants. Rather, aura signifies the unique value that we attribute to something—a value which, he says, is fully bound up with its being embedded in ​a ​tradition. Join us this Thursday as we read passages from Benjamin’s essay in order to catch sight of the aura just as it disappears, and​ ​to​ ​learn more about the technological advancements in image reproduction that, in his view, contributed to its​ ​disappearance.​

Thursdays - 11:45–12:45 PM

Schmitt Hall, room 242 (the Philosophy department seminar room)

What is P4L?
Students and professors close-read and discuss a few of the greatest passages in the history of philosophy.

Who's invited?
No preparation or previous knowledge of philosophy is needed. Everyone is welcome!

Should I bring anything?
Bring a beverage, and if you're hungry, bring your actual lunch.

Brought to you by the Department of Philosophy at Montclair State University