Diderot's Encyclopédie

Diderot's Encyclopédie, published between 1751 and 1772, was an ambitious project that aimed to compile and democratize knowledge across various fields like science, philosophy, arts, and technology. Edited by Denis Diderot and others, it sought to challenge traditional authority and promote critical thinking by making information accessible and encouraging intellectual inquiry. The Encyclopédie was also notable for its Enlightenment ideals, advocating reason, scientific evidence, and secularism. It played a significant role in spreading new ideas, fostering intellectual progress, and influencing the cultural and political landscape of 18th-century Europe.