Del asesinato considerado como una de las bellas artes

Synopsis of Del asesinato considerado como una de las bellas artes

This essay by Thomas de Quincey explores murder from an unusual perspective, considering it as an art form. Through the analysis of historical crimes and particular cases, De Quincey posits a contradiction between ethics and aesthetics, suggesting that a crime can be studied and appreciated as a work of art. The author examines how murder has evolved over time and how it can be the object of aesthetic enjoyment, challenging moral conventions and provoking a deep reflection on the nature of art and morality.