MORAL PHILOSOPHY AND AESTHETIC EXPERIENCE IN THE ENLIGHTENMENT NOVEL

Abstract

This article examines the interrelation of moral philosophy and aesthetic experience in Enlightenment novels. It analyzes how characters’ ethical decisions and aesthetic experiences intersect, shaping both moral consciousness and aesthetic sensibility. The study considers the social and cultural context, demonstrating how literature contributed to cultivating ethical awareness and aesthetic appreciation in readers. It also explores the narrative techniques used to integrate moral instruction with sensory and emotional engagement.