Diderot and the Encyclopædists (Vol. 1 of 2)

** "Diderot and the Encyclopædists (Vol. 1 of 2)" by John Morley is a historical work that examines an often-overlooked group of thinkers during a time of great upheaval. The book shines a light on Denis Diderot and his fellow contributors to the Encyclopédie, positioning their massive informational work as more than just a collection of facts. Instead, it highlights their work as a symbol of seismic changes in thought, a move away from tradition and toward reason, during the exciting and volatile years leading up to the French Revolution and the subsequent social change and revolution. This study showcases how the Encyclopædists championed human progress and reason, making their work very important and influential. **