In the context of identity, comparison, and interaction between Latin American and European thought, the fundamental aspects of Enlightenment and Romanticism in Latin America are addressed. The analyzed source material spans from the 17th to the 19th century, with a glimpse into the 20th century. It explores, among other things, the extent to which European Enlightenment and Romanticism influenced Latin American thought and what similarities and differences emerged. The book aims to contribute to the expansion of one's cultural horizons and to deepen intercultural communication processes. It is written in an easily readable style, making it accessible not only to professional philosophers and historians but also to a broad readership.