Using History and Aesthetics as a Form of Escapism?

I love history and the aesthetics of bygone eras. They are a great source of comfort and inspiration for me. But are they just a form of escapism? Or can they be used for nobler purposes? Can this drive to escape reality be turned into a driving force towards actively creating the world we want to live in? You may also like these videos of mine: My personal definition of romanticism    • My Personal Definition Of Romanticism And ...   What is Melanaesticism    • What Is Melanaesticism? – It’s the most su...   Please Note: Apologies for the rather unpolished and imperfect nature of my videos as well as my sometimes unclear or incorrect pronunciation of words. Please make use of the subtitles for better understanding! I'm doing my best but I'm not a "professional youtuber". If you like and appreciate what I do, then please consider liking my video, subscribing to my channel and perhaps also have a look at some of my other videos. Thank you for your understanding and support!