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She corresponded with Enlightenment thinkers from "summary" of Catherine the Great by Robert K. Massie
During her reign, Catherine the Great maintained an active correspondence with prominent Enlightenment thinkers of her time. This exchange of letters not only allowed her to engage with new ideas and intellectual discussions but also helped to shape her own thoughts and policies as a ruler. Through these letters, Catherine sought to gain knowledge about the latest developments in science, philosophy, and politics, and to exchange ideas with some of the most renowned thinkers of the era. One of the key aspects of Catherine's correspondence with Enlightenment thinkers was her genuine interest in their ideas and opinions. She eagerly sought out the writings of philosophers such as Voltaire and Diderot, engaging with them in spirited debates and discussions about the nature of power, the role of r...
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