Spanish Enlightenment literature

Spanish Enlightenment literature refers to the body of literary works produced during the Enlightenment period in Spain, which roughly spanned from the late 17th century to the late 18th century. This era was marked by a shift towards reason, empirical evidence, and scientific thought, influenced by the broader European Enlightenment. In Spain, it entailed a movement away from the Baroque style that characterized the preceding literary period.