The Enlightenment
A literary and intellectual movement originating in the late 17th century, the Enlightenment grew to dominate politics, culture and religion throughout the 1700 s. Every European country or colony was affected, albeit to varying extents, especially North America.
Written by Paul Brains, this essay examines the enlightenment, arguing that the movement’s origins lay several centuries before the 1700’s.
Part of the Washington State University’s excellent World Civilisations site, this page introduces the ideas and events that constituted the enlightenment. The site also has a glossary, a reader and information on related events.
