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The Philosophy of the Enlightenment is a book written by John Grier Hibben and published in 1910. The book is a comprehensive study of the Enlightenment era, which was a period of intellectual and cultural revolution in Europe during the 18th century. Hibben's book examines the key philosophical ideas that emerged during this time, including rationalism, empiricism, and skepticism. He explores the works of influential Enlightenment thinkers such as John Locke, Immanuel Kant, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and discusses their impact on the development of modern Western thought.The book also delves into the political and social changes that occurred during the Enlightenment, including the rise of liberal democracy and the emergence of modern science. Hibben argues that the Enlightenment was a critical turning point in human history, paving the way for the modern world and shaping our understanding of the world today.Overall, The Philosophy of the Enlightenment is a seminal work in the study of intellectual history and a must-read for anyone interested in the development of modern thought and society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.