Candide: or, The Optimist. A Satire.
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- Annotated Content This edition has been annotated with the following unique content.Historical ContextDetailed 19th Century Analysis "All is for the best in the best of all possible worlds." Candide is a satirical novella by written by the French philosopher and writer Voltaire, first published in 1759. The novella is a direct response to the prevailing optimism of the Enlightenment era. Voltaire was influenced by the works of Jonathan Swift and François Rabelais. "Candide" shares similarities with Swift's "Gulliver's Travels" and Rabelais' satirical and grotesque humor. Sneak Peek “Nothing could be smarter, more splendid, more brilliant, better drawn up than two armies. Trumpets, fifes, hautboys, drums, cannons, formed a harmony such as never been heard in hell.” Synopsis The naive and optimistic young man Candide is thrust into a world of suffering, injustice, and absurdity. After being expelled from his idyllic home and separated from his love, Cunégonde, Candide embarks on a journey filled with misadventures. He encounters a variety of characters, each representing different facets of human folly and cruelty. Through his travels, Candide witnesses the horrors of war, religious intolerance, natural disasters, and the corrupting influence of power. Despite the hardships and misfortunes that befall Candide throughout the story, he retains a simple and almost childlike optimism. Voltaire uses Candide's experiences to lampoon various aspects of society, including philosophy, religion, and the prevailing optimism of the Enlightenment era. Ultimately, the novella serves as a biting critique of the flawed world and human nature. A stunning reprint At Ombre Bookshelf Publications we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original authors publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title at its core is classic literature, it contains words strung together with romantic precision. Superb classic literature that you just do not see in the modern age. Title DetailsOriginal 1759 TextClassic satire 5 x 8 InchesMatte CoverCream Paper
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