Discusses various aspects of the Enlightenment including its roots, philosophes, attacks on Christianity, revolt against reason, campaigns to reform society, and legacy.
General Note
Includes index.
Content Note
Casting light upon darkness -- The roots of the Enlightenment -- The rise of the French philosophes -- The attack on Christianity -- Revolt against reason -- The campaign to reform society -- The rise and fall of the Enlightenment -- The legacy of the Enlightenment.