What was Herder a notable critic of besides literature?
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Herder was a notable critic of literary works, particularly the French Enlightenment's emphasis on reason and universal principles. He believed that literature should reflect the unique culture, history, and language of a people and that true poetry arises from the collective spirit of the nation. Therefore, Herder rejected the notion of a single, universal standard of beauty and truth in literature.
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