Age+of+Enlightenment+Literature

=__Age of Enlightenment Literature__= (Sam Elsley)

The Age of Enlightenment or "//Age of Reason",// dating from 1750-1800 consisted of a style of literature that would probably be best classified as __persuasive__ **, ** and was often very political **. ** This "new-found" style of literature lead to a growth in patriotism and pride, and often made it easier for people to come an agreement on growing issues.

==== This type of persuasive literature (telling readers how to interpret what they are reading) was, in part, utilized to encourage Revolutionary War Support. Some notable works of the time include; //Poor Richard's Almanac,// and //The Autobiography// (both of which were written by Franklin) ====

Sources: http://static5.businessinsider.com/image/4c531d7f7f8b9ab831880500-400-300/1791--the-autobiography-of-benjamin-franklin.jpg http://staff.edmonds.wednet.edu/users/hansonk/LITERARY%20PERIODS%20AND%20THEIR%20CHARACTERISTICS.htm