The Aesthetics of Art: Exploring Beauty in Umberto Eco's Masterpiece

Chapter 1:Summary of On Beauty Book <br> <br> "On Beauty" is a novel written by Umberto Eco and was published in 2004. The story revolves around a stolen painting, a murder mystery, and the world of art and beauty.<br> <br> The novel is set in the fictional Italian town of Turin in the late 20th century. It follows the life of a university professor, Romano Rota, who specializes in aesthetics. Rota is an avid art collector and has a deep passion for beauty. He owns a rare and valuable painting called "The Criminals" by the Renaissance artist Carlo Crivelli.<br> <b...