The Rise Of French Liberal Thought : Literary Licensing, LLC : 9781258053260 : 1258053268 : 02 Jul 2011 : The Rise Of French Liberal Thought: A Study Of Political Ideas From Bayle To Condorcet is a comprehensive exploration of the emergence and evolution of liberal political thought in France during the 17th and 18th centuries. Written by Kingsley Martin, this book delves into the ideas of key figures such as Pierre Bayle, Montesquieu, Voltaire, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, as well as the influential Marquis de Condorcet. Martin provides a detailed analysis of the social, political, and economic conditions that gave rise to liberal thought in France during this period. He examines the impact of the Enlightenment on French society, the role of the French Revolution in shaping liberal ideas, and the ways in which liberal thought influenced political and social movements across Europe.Throughout the book, Martin explores the key themes and concepts that underpin French liberal thought, incl