Diderot: French Philosopher and Father of the Encyclopedia

By Ripley Hugo and Richard Hugo

Book Overview

Despite finding adversity at every turn, Diderot, an eighteenth-century French philosopher and editor, persevered. Encountering censorship from the king of France, a prison term, and the loss of a number of his contributors due to personal differences, Diderot still saw his project to completion. Recognized as a summary of the Enlightenment, his Encyclopedia became one of the most influential books of the eighteenth century. This fascinating book also discusses Diderot's philosophical writings.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 039330860X
• ISBN13: 9780393308600
• Release Date: June 1992
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.2"