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Be Sober and Reasonable deals with the theological and medical critique of enthusiasm in the seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries, and with the relationship between enthusiasm and the new natural philosophy in that period. Enthusiasm at that time was a label ascribed to various individuals and groups who claimed to have direct divine inspiration prophets, millenarists, alchemists, but also experimental philosophers, and even philosophers like Descartes.The book attempts to combine the perspectives of Intellectual history, Church history, history of medicine, and history of science, in analysing the various reactions to enthusiasm.The central thesis of the book is that the reaction to enthusiasm, especially in the Protestant world, may provide one important key to the origins of the Enlightenment, and to the processes of secularization of European consciousness.
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I found this book to be a bit overwhelming and academic for my taste. While it has valuable insights, I struggled with the writing style and found it hard to stay engaged. Maybe better suited for scholars than casual readers.
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Nina Petrov
Comprehensive but requires patience
Be Sober and Reasonable is packed with detailed historical analysis, which I appreciate. However, I would recommend reading it in shorter sessions to fully digest the information. It's definitely a scholarly work but worth it for history buffs.
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Marcus Rodriguez
Good insights but a bit dry
This book offers interesting critiques of enthusiasm in early modern Europe, but I wish it had a lighter tone. Some chapters felt really heavy, making it hard to keep my focus. Still, I appreciate the depth of research.
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Sophia Tran
A thought-provoking read
Be Sober and Reasonable dives deep into the cultural shifts of the 17th and 18th centuries. The analysis is rich and compelling, perfect for anyone interested in intellectual history. I found it enlightening, though it took some effort to get through the dense sections.
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Hannah Mukherjee
An essential addition to my library
As a student of intellectual history, this title is a fantastic resource. The critiques presented are well supported and provide a fresh perspective on the era. I truly enjoyed the way it challenges conventional narratives.
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