The Enlightenment and the Intellectual Foundations of Modern Culture

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An eminent scholar of modern culture argues that the Enlightenment-the importance of which has been vigorously debated in recent years-was a more complex phenomenon than either its detractors or advocates assume. "Ranging as it does over art morality religion science philosophy social theory and a good deal besides Duprs book is a marvel of scholarly erudition. . . . Formidably well-researched . . . this would make an excellent introduction to Enlightenment ideas for the general reader."-Terry Eagleton Harpers Magazine "This immensely readable book will cause readers to rethink the Enlightenment and to see its positive aspects. It will also add crucial historical perspective to current discussions of modernity."-Donald Verene Emory University