A Short History of Freethought Ancient and Modern, Volume 1 of 2: Third edition, Revised and Expanded, in two volumes

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Trace the intellectual rebellion that shaped the modern world in J. M. Robertson's definitive history. From the heretical thinkers of antiquity to the Enlightenment philosophers who challenged established authority, this third edition has been revised and expanded to include contemporary developments in freethought. The two-volume set provides a comprehensive chronological survey of the thinkers who dared to question dogma and paved the way for modern liberty of thought. The revised text incorporates new scholarship while retaining Robertson's signature wit and clarity. Whether you're a student of history, a philosopher, or simply curious about the origins of free inquiry, this comprehensive work is essential reading.