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Tags: History of Ideas, Lang:en
Summary
"Introducing The Enlightenment" is the essential guide to
the giants of the Enlightenment - Voltaire, Diderot, Adam
Smith, Samuel Johnson, Immanuel Kant, Benjamin Franklin, and
Thomas Jefferson. The Enlightenment of the 18th century was a
crucial time in human history - a vast moral, scientific and
political movement, the work of intellectuals across Europe and
the New World, who began to free themselves from despotism,
bigotry and superstition and tried to change the world.
"Introducing The Enlightenment" is a clear and accessible
introduction to the leading thinkers of the age, the men and
women who believed that rational endeavour could reveal the
secrets of the universe. ** Grade 10 Up?This is not a cursory overview of 18th-century
Europe; rather, it is a skillful introduction to the
individuals, events, accomplishments, and concepts that defined
the age. Readers new to this series might be fooled by the
relatively small amount of text and the pen-and-ink drawings on
every page. The format, however, is designed to make a rather
formidable subject less intimidating and more appealing. A new
topic is introduced on every page or two, such as "The
Philosophes" or "Rousseau's Challenge." Each entry is
succinctly explained, often with accompanying quotes, and is
illustrated. Important names, words, and phrases are in
boldface. Keeping track of the various concepts and the beliefs
and accomplishments of numerous individuals can be confusing,
and there is no index to help readers refresh their memories as
they move through the complex interrelationships. Nevertheless,
the material is presented in a straightforward, engaging style
that remains interesting and informative throughout.?Marilyn
Heath, Greenwood High School, SC
Lloyd Spencer: Lloyd Spencer is Senior Lecturer in the
School of Media at Trinity and All Saints, a college of the
University of Leeds. He has written Introducing the
Enlightenment and a biographical study of Walter
Benjamin. Andrzej Krauze: Andrzej Krauze is a cartoonist and
illustrator whose work is published regularly in
the Guardian, the New Statesman, and
the Sunday Telegraph.From School Library Journal
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.About the Author