Rameau's Nephew (in a new translation by Ian C. Johnston)

In "Rameau's Nephew," Denis Diderot crafts a provocative philosophical dialogue between two characters, exploring themes of morality, art, and the complexities of human nature. This literary gem, steeped in the Enlightenment tradition, utilizes a conversational style that deftly interweaves wit and satire, revealing the contradictions of the societal values of Diderot's time. Through the character...