Exploring the 17th Century

17th Century Characteristics

• The 17th century was characterized by the Renaissance and the rise of new science and philosophy.

Notable Literary Works

• The work 'Pensées' was written by Blaise Pascal.

Counter-Reformation Response

• The Counter-Reformation responded to the civil, political, and religious conflicts of the 17th century with a characteristic response.

Baroque Art and Literature

• Baroque art and literature were characterized by elaboration, ornament, allegory, rhetoric, and drama.

Application of Scientific and Philosophical Works

• The works of great scientists and philosophers in the 17th century applied to scientific problems, political and theological controversy, and general problems of understanding and perception.

Notable Scientific and Philosophical Contributions

• René Descartes was a great scientist and philosopher who applied a skeptical, rationalist mode of thought to scientific problems during the 17th century.

Dissociation of Sensibility in England

• The dissociation of sensibility in England after the Civil War led to significant cultural and literary changes.