Inventing the Individual

Larry Siedentop

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Inventing the Individual: The Origins of Western Liberalism by Larry Siedentop explores the origins of the concept of the individual and how it became the foundation of Western liberalism. Siedentop argues that the idea of individual freedom did not emerge solely during the Enlightenment, as commonly believed, but has roots in early Christian thought during the Middle Ages. He examines how Christian ideals of moral equality and freedom transformed Europe’s social and political structures, laying the groundwork for modern individualism and liberalism.

Through a historical and philosophical analysis, Siedentop demonstrates how Christian values shaped the evolution of law, government, and society in the West, arguing that without these influences, the concept of individual freedom as we know it today would not exist. His work serves as both a deep exploration of Western thought’s roots and a defense of principles of equality and individual autonomy.