Eighteenth Century Philosophers

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Even though many of his writings may seem extremely unrealistic, several of them were prophetic in nature. Not only did he predict future events, he also influenced many great minds of the nineteenth century, making him an important figure of his time.
Another eccentric who was seeking his own type of utopia was Francois Marie Fourier. Although several of Fourier's views were influenced by the same trends as Saint-Simons' his ideas were significantly different, for Fourier saw no use in scientists of progress. Instead, Fourier wanted to liberate human nature. He determined that it was man's passions which made them happy and the inhibition of their passions which had the opposite effect. His answer to this idea was to create a society in which men and women could indulge in their passions in a safe and harmonious way. In order to achieve this type of utopian society, instead of having cities, Fourier devised his idea of the perfect town, called phalansteres. These rural ...

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Jefferson also held the belief that people had the right to overthrow a government if it is unjust and denying them their rights as citizens. Change and renewal were also prominent beliefs held by Jefferson, placing a great deal of emphasis of the connection of democracy with education. He had a preference for a rural over an urban civilization with a maximum of self government. Jefferson's insights and ideals helped build the foundation for the most influential democracy in the world and his ideas carried from democracy to democracy and have lasted for over two centuries.
Owen was a different type of man for the time period in which he lived. He began his career as a worker in the ...

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