Individualisation and Western Society

Question 1

What factors contributed to the increased individualisation in Western society?

Answer 1

Increased societal complexity
Increased control by the state
Christianity promoting individuality
Availability of mirrors, books, and letters

Question 2

What inventions in the 1700-1900 period influenced individualisation in Western society?

Answer 2

Mirrors, books, and letters
Birth of the novel, leading to characters with personal depth
Increased literacy and the ability to express personal experiences through letters