The term "Republic of Letters" refers to a cultural and intellectual community that emerged during the Enlightenment in the 17th and 18th centuries. It was characterized by the exchange of ideas, knowledge, and literature among intellectuals, philosophers, and writers across Europe and, later, the Americas. This community transcended geographical boundaries and language barriers, uniting thinkers and scholars in a shared commitment to reason, critical thought, and the pursuit of knowledge.
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