Baron d'Holbach: a Study of Eighteenth Century Radicalism in France

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In a period marked by burgeoning revolutionary thought, "Baron d'Holbach: A Study of Eighteenth Century Radicalism in France" by Max Pearson Cushing explores the profound impact of Paul-Henri Thiry, the Baron d'Holbach, on Enlightenment philosophy. This meticulously researched work delves into d'Holbach's advocacy for atheism and materialism, challenging the established norms of his time. Cushing illuminates how d'Holbach's radical ideas contributed to the discourse on human rights and the role of reason in governance. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this study offers a compelling examination of a pivotal figure whose thoughts on unalienable rights and secularism continue to resonate today. Engage with the transformative ideas that shaped modern thought and the quest for intellectual freedom.