An Account of the Growth of Deism in England

In «An Account of the Growth of Deism in England,» William Stephens meticulously traces the emergence and development of deism as a philosophical movement during a pivotal era in English intellectual history. Through a thorough examination of key texts and figures, Stephens articulates the complex interplay between religion and reason, social reform, and the scientific advancements of the Enlightenment. His prose, characterized by clarity and analytical rigor, situates deism within a broader context of theological discourse, reflecting on its implications for both faith and rational thought in 17th-... Next