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A review by theaurochs
The Dream of Enlightenment: The Rise of Modern Philosophy by Anthony Gottlieb
4.0
An engaging overview of renaissance philosophy.
The various portraits of specific philosophers are set in as much context of the age as possible, which by the end of the book really gives a great picture of the overall intellectual state of affairs.
Gottlieb is so careful to not make a misstep that it comes across almost as comedic in points, but it is clear that his aim is to disabuse us of any common misconceptions we may have, which is appreciated.
Interesting read!
The various portraits of specific philosophers are set in as much context of the age as possible, which by the end of the book really gives a great picture of the overall intellectual state of affairs.
Gottlieb is so careful to not make a misstep that it comes across almost as comedic in points, but it is clear that his aim is to disabuse us of any common misconceptions we may have, which is appreciated.
Interesting read!