Encyclopédie project begins
Poet involved
What happened
In 1751, Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d'Alembert launched the Encyclopédie project in France, aiming to compile and disseminate comprehensive human knowledge through illustrated printed volumes. This Enlightenment endeavor challenged traditional authority by promoting reason, science, and secular inquiry. It influenced intellectual discourse, education, and revolutionary thought across Europe and beyond.
Literary impact
The beginning of the Encyclopédie project in 1751 marked a significant moment in the Enlightenment, influencing Romantic poets' worldviews and writing. The dissemination of knowledge inspired poets like William Wordsworth to engage with themes of nature, society, and human experience.
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