This talk examines the transformative correspondence between Gaetano Filangieri, a key figure of the Neapolitan Enlightenment, and Benjamin Franklin, a leading American founding father. Their dialogue, starting in August 1782, covered governance, justice, and economic policies, showcasing the enlightenment ideals of reason and progress. This exchange significantly influenced the ideological foundations of the United States and Italy, as well as the European integration efforts. The presentation highlights the importance of their intellectual exchange, illustrating how ideas can transcend borders and time to inspire societal and political change, underscoring the lasting impact of their discourse in shaping modern governance and societal principles.
The Filangieri-Franklin Discourse: Legal Reform Insights from Italy to the USA / Arena, Amedeo. - (2023).
The Filangieri-Franklin Discourse: Legal Reform Insights from Italy to the USA
Amedeo Arena
2023
Abstract
This talk examines the transformative correspondence between Gaetano Filangieri, a key figure of the Neapolitan Enlightenment, and Benjamin Franklin, a leading American founding father. Their dialogue, starting in August 1782, covered governance, justice, and economic policies, showcasing the enlightenment ideals of reason and progress. This exchange significantly influenced the ideological foundations of the United States and Italy, as well as the European integration efforts. The presentation highlights the importance of their intellectual exchange, illustrating how ideas can transcend borders and time to inspire societal and political change, underscoring the lasting impact of their discourse in shaping modern governance and societal principles.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
