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Voltaire’s Candide Or The Optimist, And Rasselas Prince Of Abyssinia (1884)

Voltaire’s Candide Or The Optimist, And Rasselas Prince Of Abyssinia (1884)

Voltaire

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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9781437361940
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Voltaire’s Candide Or The Optimist, And Rasselas Prince Of Abyssinia is a literary work that was published in 1884. The book is a collection of two satirical novels, Candide and Rasselas, that were written by the French philosopher and writer, Voltaire.Candide is a satirical novel that follows the journey of a young man named Candide, who is taught by his mentor, Dr. Pangloss, that everything in the world is for the best. However, Candide’s journey is filled with misfortunes and tragedies that challenge his belief in optimism. The novel is a critique of the philosophy of optimism and the idea that the world is perfect.Rasselas, on the other hand, is a philosophical novel that tells the story of a young prince who is dissatisfied with his life in a utopian kingdom. He sets out on a journey to find the meaning of life and the secret to happiness. The novel explores various philosophical themes, including the nature of happiness, the purpose of life, and the role of fate.Voltaire’s Candide Or The Optimist, And Rasselas Prince Of Abyssinia is a classic work of literature that continues to be studied and appreciated today. The book is a powerful critique of the prevailing philosophies of the time and a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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