Describes the Enlightenment period in Europe and England during the seventeenth century and the works of British philosopher John Locke which includes his "Two Treatise of Government" and "An Essay Concerning Human Understanding," and provides profiles on those who influenced Locke such as Aristotle, Sir Francis Bacon, and Rene Descartes.

Europe and England in the seventeenth century -- John Locke : his life -- Essay concerning human understanding and other works -- Influences on Locke -- The meaning of Locke's philosophy -- The influence and importance of Locke's work and ideas.