Review:
Enlightenment Era
overall review score: 4.5
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The Enlightenment era, also known as the Age of Enlightenment, was an intellectual and cultural movement that dominated the world of ideas in Europe during the 18th century.
Key Features
- Emphasis on reason, science, and individualism
- Critique of authority and tradition
- Advancement of knowledge and education
- Promotion of liberty and equality
Pros
- Promoted rational thinking and critical inquiry
- Encouraged scientific advancement and empirical observation
- Laid the foundation for modern democratic values
Cons
- Some Enlightenment thinkers held racist or sexist beliefs
- Not all societies fully embraced the values of the Enlightenment