Product Description: The period between the end of the 17th century up to the mid-18th century was the only time when Ireland was at the cutting edge of world thought. It was also a time of conflict between Enlightenment and Counter-Enlightenment forces; the origins of which can be found in Locke's fertile philosophy, as well as in the deep religious antagonisms between Anglicans, Catholics and Dissenters...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)