Back to Modern Reason Johan Hjerpe and Other Petit Bourgeios in Stockholm in the Age of Enlightenment

"Utilising the diaries from the 1780s of Johan Hjerpe, the study focuses on the specific world of Hjerpe, in terms of trade, social conditions, and contemporary social life in Stockholm. Arne Jarrick then discusses theoretical and methodological issues relating to how thought processes in the past were formed and articulated. A fascinating analysis of the development of book production and marketing in Stockholm is presented. Finally the author considers the diary evidence pertinent to important contemporary issues, including Europe, religious tolerance, secularisation and perceptions of the future."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved