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History of English Thought in the Eighteenth Century
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PhilosophyReligion General British History
ISBN13: 9781025714301
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 488
Weight: 1.49
Height: 0.98 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
History of English Thought in the Eighteenth Century is a seminal study by Leslie Stephen that provides a profound and comprehensive analysis of the intellectual landscape of Great Britain during the Enlightenment. Spanning two volumes, this authoritative work explores the evolution of philosophical, religious, and political ideas that defined the era. Stephen meticulously examines the shift from the theological debates of the early century to the skeptical and empirical philosophies of thinkers like David Hume.
The work provides detailed insights into the decline of Deism, the emergence of utilitarianism, and the diverse currents of moral philosophy. Beyond pure metaphysics, Stephen traces how these abstract ideas permeated the social and political fabric of the age, influencing everything from literature to statecraft. Known for its clarity and critical depth, this work remains an essential resource for scholars of British history and philosophy, capturing the transition from the old world of traditional faith to the modern world of reason and empirical observation. History of English Thought in the Eighteenth Century stands as a monument to scholarship and a foundational text for understanding the roots of modern Western thought.
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