This publication offers a critical survey of religious change and its causes in 18th-century Europe. Focusing on the Enlightenment in Italy, France and England, the text illustrates how the canonical view of 18th-century religious change has in reality been constructed upon scant evidence and assumption. The author challenges prevailing historical narratives by examining the specific religious landscapes of these key European nations. It aims to provide a more nuanced understanding of the complex interplay between Enlightenment thought and religious practice.

The book challenges established historical interpretations of religious change during the Enlightenment, suggesting that previous scholarship has relied on insufficient evidence. It focuses on specific case studies from Italy, France, and England to support its arguments. The work aims to provide a more accurate and nuanced understanding of the period's religious dynamics. Its critical approach is likely to appeal to scholars and students of European history and the Enlightenment.