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This review examines the book collection 'Diversity of Aesthetics' and its contributions to understanding collective action in art.

May 31, 2026Open Access

The Captivating (and Rebellious) Act of “Thinking Together”

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The book collection Diversity of Aesthetics provides a captivating and valuable exploration of collective action, art, and the complicity of heritage institutions in structures of race and capital. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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This review examines the book collection 'Diversity of Aesthetics' and its contributions to understanding collective action in art.
Analyzed the book's stylistic structure as a series of conversations
Discussed strengths and weaknesses of the collection
Recommended it to scholars in relevant fields
The book is praised for its captivating text
Highlights issues of race and capital in heritage institutions
Offers insightful commentary on social movements and art's role

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This book review examines Diversity of Aesthetics, a recent book collection that addresses the timely issues of collective action, art and the complicity of heritage institutions in grand structures of race and capital. The review considers the book’s stylistic structure as a series of conversations and discusses its strengths and weaknesses. It recommends the book to scholars of art, social criticism, museums, and social movements, praising it as a captivating text.

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Alma Simba

Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen

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