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The Idea of Progress traces how Western society came to embrace the idea that human life can improve through knowledge and reform. This historical inquiry surveys the origin and growth of progress as a guiding force in politics, philosophy, and culture, from early thinkers to modern optimism. It asks how the hope for better futures reshaped ideas about liberty, democracy, science, and happiness.
With clarity and restraint, the book follows key debates and figures that shaped the idea of progress. It examines how Enlightenment thinkers, reformers, and historians argued that social improvement depended on knowledge, institutions, and shared aims—while acknowledging the limits and criticisms that have accompanied such faith.
- How the concept of progress emerged in different eras and cultures.
- Why progress was linked to happiness, peace, and the improvement of human life.
- Connections between philosophy, history, and political reform in shaping modern civilization.
- Warnings and critiques that accompanied the rise of progress as a central idea.
Ideal for readers of intellectual history, philosophy of history, and political thought who want a concise, historical grounding in how progress became a defining idea of modern life.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the origins and evolution of the idea of progress, a concept that has become central to Western civilization. The author explores how this notion emerged from the shadows of ancient and medieval thought, where cyclical views of history and an emphasis on the afterlife dominated. Through an examination of influential thinkers like Plato, Seneca, and Roger Bacon, the book reveals how the concept of progress gradually took shape. It highlights the importance of the Renaissance in restoring confidence in human reason and recognizing the inherent value of life on Earth. The author then traces the development of the idea of progress through the Enlightenment, the French Revolution, and into the 19th century, showcasing the contributions of figures such as Voltaire, Condorcet, and Comte. By analyzing various interpretations and arguments surrounding progress, the book invites readers to critically engage with this powerful and often contested concept. Ultimately, this book sheds light on how the idea of progress has shaped our understanding of history, our ethical codes, and our hopes for the future. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781440085789_0
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