{"title":"Carl L. Becker","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intellectual journeys of Carl L. Becker, a renowned historian and philosopher, through our curated collection of his works. Becker, celebrated for his insightful analysis and eloquent prose, focuses on the Enlightenment and its enduring impact on modern thought. His works offer a deep dive into the world of 18th-century philosophers, exploring their visions and ideas with meticulous care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his seminal work, \u003cem\u003eThe Heavenly City of the Eighteenth-Century Philosophers\u003c\/em\u003e, Becker vividly examines the transition from medieval to modern thinking, elegantly dissecting the philosophical underpinnings that shaped the Enlightenment era. This book, among others in the philosophy and psychology categories, challenges readers to reflect on the evolution of ideas and the palpable influence they continue to wield in contemporary society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarl L. Becker's writings are a treasure trove for anyone interested in understanding the philosophical currents that have shaped human thought. As you delve into his books, prepare to be both educated and inspired by his extensive knowledge and engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-heavenly-city-of-the-eighteenth-century-philosophers-by-carl-l-becker-9780300101508","title":"The Heavenly City of the Eighteenth-Century Philosophers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis title challenges the belief that the 18th century was essentially modern in its temper. Carl Becker demonstrates that the period commonly described as the Age of Reason was, in fact, very far from that; that Voltaire, Hume, Diderot, and Locke were living in a medieval world, and that these philosophers \"demolished the Heavenly City of St. Augustine only to rebuild it with more up-to-date materials\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a new foreword, Johnson Kent Wright looks at the book's continuing relevance within the context of current discussion about the Enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000786141420,"sku":"9780300101508","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23012823482294.jpg?v=1763304662"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/carl-l-becker.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}