Siglo XVIII
Definition
This term refers to the 18th century when Enlightenment ideas spread throughout Europe leading to political revolutions, scientific advancements, and cultural transformations.
Analogy
Imagine being at a grand masquerade ball where people are discussing revolutionary ideas under elegant masks. In this atmosphere of change, new philosophies and discoveries are unveiled.
Related terms
Ilustración: Also known as the Enlightenment, it was a philosophical movement that emphasized reason, science, and individual rights.
Revolución Francesa: The French Revolution was a period of radical political and social upheaval in France that had a profound impact on European history.
Romanticismo: A cultural movement that emerged as a reaction to the rationalism of the Enlightenment, emphasizing emotions, imagination, and nature.
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