""Art for Art's Sake"" by John C. Van Dyke is a book that explores the idea of art as a pure and self-sufficient form of expression. The author argues that art should not be created for any practical or utilitarian purpose, but rather for its own sake. Van Dyke delves into the history of art and its various movements, analyzing the works of artists who embraced this philosophy, such as the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists. He also discusses...