Diderot and the Encyclopædists

By John Morley

Book Overview

Morley's book is a detailed examination of the life and work of Denis Diderot, a prominent figure of the Enlightenment and the chief editor of the Encyclop die, a groundbreaking encyclopedia of human knowledge. Through extensive research and analysis of Diderot's writings, Morley provides a nuanced portrait of this influential and controversial figure in 18th-century French intellectual history. This is an essential read for anyone studying the Enlightenment or the history of ideas.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1020825014
• ISBN13: 9781020825019
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"