The Enlightenment: A Very Short Introduction

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy, Modern, History, European General
Cover of the book The Enlightenment: A Very Short Introduction by John Robertson, OUP Oxford
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: John Robertson ISBN: 9780191665134
Publisher: OUP Oxford Publication: September 24, 2015
Imprint: OUP Oxford Language: English
Author: John Robertson
ISBN: 9780191665134
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Publication: September 24, 2015
Imprint: OUP Oxford
Language: English

A foundational moment in the history of modern European thought, the Enlightenment continues to be a reference point for philosophers, scholars and opinion-formers. To many it remains the inspiration of our commitments to the betterment of the human condition. To others, it represents the elevation of one set of European values to the world, many of whose peoples have quite different values. But what is the relationship between the historical Enlightenment and the idea of 'Enlightenment', and can these two understandings be reconciled? In this Very Short Introduction, John Robertson offers a concise historical introduction to the Enlightenment as an intellectual movement of eighteenth-century Europe. Discussing its intellectual achievements, he also explores how its supporters exploited new ways of communicating their ideas to a wider public, creating a new 'public sphere' for critical discussion of the moral, economic and political issues facing their societies. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

A foundational moment in the history of modern European thought, the Enlightenment continues to be a reference point for philosophers, scholars and opinion-formers. To many it remains the inspiration of our commitments to the betterment of the human condition. To others, it represents the elevation of one set of European values to the world, many of whose peoples have quite different values. But what is the relationship between the historical Enlightenment and the idea of 'Enlightenment', and can these two understandings be reconciled? In this Very Short Introduction, John Robertson offers a concise historical introduction to the Enlightenment as an intellectual movement of eighteenth-century Europe. Discussing its intellectual achievements, he also explores how its supporters exploited new ways of communicating their ideas to a wider public, creating a new 'public sphere' for critical discussion of the moral, economic and political issues facing their societies. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

More books from OUP Oxford

Cover of the book Agricola and Germany by John Robertson
Cover of the book Joseph Butler: Fifteen Sermons and other writings on ethics by John Robertson
Cover of the book The Oxford Handbook of Synesthesia by John Robertson
Cover of the book A Dictionary of Disaster Management by John Robertson
Cover of the book Motor Neuron Disease by John Robertson
Cover of the book A Philosophical Enquiry into the Origin of our Ideas of the Sublime and the Beautiful by John Robertson
Cover of the book Teeth: A Very Short Introduction by John Robertson
Cover of the book Reclaiming the System by John Robertson
Cover of the book A History of British National Audit: by John Robertson
Cover of the book Aristotle's Metaphysics Beta by John Robertson
Cover of the book Agriculture, Diversification, and Gender in Rural Africa by John Robertson
Cover of the book The Oxford Handbook of Africa and Economics by John Robertson
Cover of the book Matters of the Heart by John Robertson
Cover of the book The Oxford Handbook of Maximus the Confessor by John Robertson
Cover of the book The Concept of Law by John Robertson
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy