Encyclopédie

The "Encyclopédie" is a comprehensive reference work published in 18th-century France, led by philosophers like Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d'Alembert. It aimed to gather and disseminate knowledge across various fields, from science to arts, promoting reason and critical thinking. This work was revolutionary for its time, challenging traditional authority and encouraging intellectual discourse. By compiling and summarizing human knowledge, the "Encyclopédie" played a crucial role in the Enlightenment, influencing education and modern thought. It helped to shape democratic ideals and the value of informed citizenship.