Diderot and the Encyclopædists (Vol. 1 of 2)
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"Denis Diderot and the Encyclopedists (Volume 1 of 2)" is a fascinating study of the life and work of the outstanding Enlightenment philosopher Denis Diderot and his colleagues who were part of the famous society of the Encyclopedists. The author of the book, John Morley, reveals in detail the ideas and principles that underlay their work on the "Encyclopedia" - an influential publication that combined knowledge from various fields of science and art. Through the prism of the lives of Diderot and his collaborators, the author reveals the complex relationships, ideas and ambitions of these outstanding personalities. The book is a must for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and culture of the Age of Enlightenment.
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- Name of the Author
- John Morley
- Language
- English
- Release date
- 2005-02-18
- Title
- Diderot and the Encyclopædists (Vol. 1 of 2)
- Subject
- B
Diderot, Denis, 1713-1784
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