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The Revolutionary Period

The Revolutionary Period. An age of Enlightenment. Enlightenment. (1750-1800) Called the  Enlightenment  period due to the influence of science and logic.

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The Revolutionary Period

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  1. The Revolutionary Period An age of Enlightenment

  2. Enlightenment • (1750-1800) • Called the Enlightenment period due to the influence of science and logic. • There is a lack of emphasis and dependence on the Bible and more use of common sense (logic) and science.  There was not a divorce from the Bible but an adding to or expanding of the truths found there.

  3. Enlightenment • this period is marked in US literature by political writings.  • Genres included political documents, speeches, and letters.  • Benjamin Franklin is typical of this period. 

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