The Problem with Conservative Art: A Critique of Russell Kirk’s Metaphysical Conservatism

In this paper I measure the progressive potentiality of art against Russell Kirk’s notion of “normative art”. Kirk argues that good literature cultivates virtue according to a transcendent norm, a law of nature. I interrogate the extent to which this art can be conservative according to Kirk’s own m...

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Main Author: Seth Vannatta
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-03-01
Series:Philosophies
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2409-9287/8/2/26