philosphes
The American and French Revolutions, Enlightenment philosphes such as rousseau, voltaire, etc.
The most famous of the philosphes was Voltaire. A+ (:
The philosophes covered a wide range of topics in their encyclopedia articles, including political theory, social issues, religion, science, and education. They aimed to promote reason, progress, and social reform through their writings and challenged traditional beliefs and institutions. This work played a significant role in spreading Enlightenment ideas and fostering critical thinking in society.
Famine, the unjust system of Ancien reigime, The ideas of Philosphes, Financial Crisis and new ideas eg The American revolution and the tennis court oath.Resentment of royal absolutism, the levy on crops impose and collected by the Roman Catholic Church, widespread famine, malnutrition, high unemployment and the national debt. P.Figueras