Choose an innovation of the Enlightenment (1650-1800/i. the end of the French Revolution). You can choose a discovery, a philosophical idea, a work...

Choose an innovation of the Enlightenment (1650-1800/i.e. the end of the French Revolution). You can choose a discovery, a philosophical idea, a work of literature, etc. Discuss why this was such an important and revolutionary innovation. Next, discuss how this impacts modern society.