The Greatest Romances of All Time - Voltaire Edition (eBook)

Novels, Short Stories, Satires & Fables

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2022
911 Seiten
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In 'The Greatest Romances of All Time - Voltaire Edition,' Voltaire explores love and passion through a collection of timeless stories and poems. Known for his sharp wit and satirical writing style, Voltaire brings a fresh perspective to classic romantic tales, offering readers a blend of humor and heartache. His work reflects the cultural and social norms of the Enlightenment period, challenging traditional views on love and relationships. Each story is carefully crafted to provoke thought and evoke emotions in the reader, making it a captivating read for those interested in the complexities of love in literature. Voltaire, a prolific French writer and philosopher, was a key figure of the Enlightenment era. His sharp criticism of society and government can be seen throughout his works, including 'The Greatest Romances of All Time.' Voltaire's own experiences with love and relationships likely influenced his unique take on romantic themes, making this collection a true reflection of his beliefs and values. I highly recommend 'The Greatest Romances of All Time - Voltaire Edition' to readers who appreciate thought-provoking literature that challenges societal norms. Voltaire's wit and wisdom shine through in this collection, offering a delightful blend of humor and heart that will leave a lasting impression on those who delve into its pages.

François-Marie Arouet, known by his nom de plume Voltaire, was a French Enlightenment writer, historian, and philosopher famous for his wit, his attacks on the established Catholic Church, and his advocacy of freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and separation of church and state. Voltaire was born on November 21, 1694, and his prolific career spanned the early 18th century until his death on May 30, 1778. Although 'The Greatest Romances of All Time - Voltaire Edition' is not a known work attributed to Voltaire, his oeuvre comprises many important writings, including 'Candide', 'Zadig', and numerous plays, poems, and essays. Voltaire's literary style is marked by his sharp satire and the employment of irony, often challenging the status quo and provoking thought on moral and philosophical principles. His works have had a significant influence on Enlightenment thinking and have been instrumental in shaping modern intellectual discourse. Voltaire's philosophical letters, essays on religion, and his entries in Diderot's 'Encyclopédie' remain crucial readings in philosophy and the humanities to this day.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 13.11.2022
Übersetzer William Walton, William F. Fleming, Tobias Smollett
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur Anthologien
Literatur Essays / Feuilleton
Schlagworte 18th century Literature • Aldous Huxley • candide and other romances • Classic • classic romance novels • Cultural Reflection • Don Quixote • Dostoyevsky • Emmuska Orczy • Enlightenment philosophy • French Enlightenment authors • French Literature • Hermann Hesse • Historical • historical romance fiction • intellectual discourse • James Joyce • Jonathan Swift • Kafka • Literary critique • Literary legacy • literary love stories • literary satire • philosophical fiction • philosophical romance • Sartre • satirical narratives • Social commentary • sophie's world • The Stranger • Voltaire anthology • Voltaire collections • world literature classics
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