“Au sein d’un océan de ténèbres”: Jean-Sylvain Bailly’s Atlantis and Enlightenment Anxieties of Climate and Origins.
Published In: Eighteenth Century: Theory & Interpretation, 2023, v. 64, n. 1/2. P. 61 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Roman, Hanna 3 of 3
Abstract
The article delves into Jean-Sylvain Bailly's exploration of the myth of Atlantis and its impact on European identity and climate change concerns during the Enlightenment. Bailly's reimagining of civilization's origins near the North Pole reflects ideologies of white supremacy and notions of purity associated with moving north. His work raises questions about race, climate, and civilization, emphasizing the need to resist nature and history to maintain progress. Bailly's ideas highlight the interconnectedness of human actions and environmental consequences, prompting reflection on Europeans' role in shaping the world and the potential for both salvation and destruction. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Eighteenth Century: Theory & Interpretation. 2023/03, Vol. 64, Issue 1/2, p61
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:History
- Publication Date:2023
- ISSN:0193-5380
- DOI:10.1353/ecy.2023.a937915
- Accession Number:181213812
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