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This satirical work by Voltaire critiques the philosophy of optimism through the misadventures of its protagonist, Candide. Set against the backdrop of the French Enlightenment, the narrative blends humor and outrageous scenarios to challenge the notion that "all is for the best in the best of all possible worlds." With sharp wit, the book explores themes of suffering, folly, and the quest for meaning, making it a timeless commentary on human experience and philosophical thought.

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Titre
Candide
Langue
Anglais
Auteurs
Voltaire
Publié
2006
Format
souple
Pages
132
ISBN13
9781934169377
Séries
Première publication
1759
Titre original
Candide
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3,7 sur 5
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This satirical work by Voltaire critiques the philosophy of optimism through the misadventures of its protagonist, Candide. Set against the backdrop of the French Enlightenment, the narrative blends humor and outrageous scenarios to challenge the notion that "all is for the best in the best of all possible worlds." With sharp wit, the book explores themes of suffering, folly, and the quest for meaning, making it a timeless commentary on human experience and philosophical thought.