Enlightenment Ideas in Paris: How Salons Shaped Thinkers and Cultural Innovation
The salons and coffeehouses of 18th century Paris were crucial meeting places for philosophes. These venues fostered lively intellectual discourse. They played a significant role in the Age of Enlightenment, encouraging debate and idea exchange that shaped the philosophical views of that time. Women played a crucial role in salons. They hosted and facilitated discussions, … Read more