The Enlightenment
The Enlightenment1990
About this book
While acknowledging France at the eve of the Revolution as the root of the modern world, Porter also makes a case for considering Britain's importance in catapulting the world into modernity.
Details
- First published
- 1990
- ISBN-13
- 9780333945056
- OL Work ID
- OL1840117W
Subjects
EnlightenmentIntellectual lifeEuropeSocial conditionsEurope, intellectual lifeEurope, history, 18th centuryAufklärungGeschichteVerlichting (cultuurgeschiedenis)Modern PhilosophyPhilosophyHistoryGreat britain, intellectual lifeGreat britain, history, 18th centurySocial ChangeCultureReligionScience