This anthology features unabridged translations of Diderot's best work as a literary artist, including those writings that embody his most original and influential ideas.
This anthology features unabridged translations of Diderot's best work as a literary artist, including those writings that embody his most original...
18th Century Frenchman Diderot uses a fictional conversation between two men to criticize those who argued against the Enlightenment. As his prior works of political opinion had caused his imprisonment, Diderot was especially careful to craft -Rameau's Nephew- in such a way to not face further trouble.
18th Century Frenchman Diderot uses a fictional conversation between two men to criticize those who argued against the Enlightenment. As his prior wor...
Jacques the Fatalist is a provocative exploration of the problems of human existence, destiny, and free will. In the introduction to this brilliant translation, David Coward explains the philosophical basis of Diderot's fascination with fate and examines the experimental and influential literary techniques that make Jacques the Fatalist a classic of the Enlightenment. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects...
Jacques the Fatalist is a provocative exploration of the problems of human existence, destiny, and free will. In the introduction to this bri...
Often described as the culmination of the French Enlightenment, the Encyclopedie was collected to not only serve as a comprehensive reference work, but to change the way men think about every aspect of the human and natural worlds. In his celebrated Preliminary Discourse to the compilation, d Alembert traced an entire history of modern philosophy and science designed to chart the way toward a sweeping Baconian project of improving the world through usable knowledge.
This anthology is the first endeavor to bring together the most significant political writing from the entire...
Often described as the culmination of the French Enlightenment, the Encyclopedie was collected to not only serve as a comprehensive referenc...
