VOLTAIRE'S ROMANCES: 20+ Novels, Short Stories, Satires & Fables (Illustrated) (eBook)

François-Marie Arouet, known by his nom de plume Voltaire, was an emblematic figure of the French Enlightenment—a cultural movement of the 18th century that emphasized reason, critique, and intellectual exchange. Born on November 21, 1694, in Paris, Voltaire was an erudite writer, historian, and philosopher known for his wit, his vocal criticism of the Church and French institutions, and his staunch advocacy for freedom of speech and religion. Voltaire's prolific output encompassed a wide variety of literary forms, including plays, poems, novels, essays, historical and scientific works, as well as an extensive collection of letters. 'VOLTAIRE'S ROMANCES: 20+ Novels, Short Stories, Satires & Fables (Illustrated)' speaks to his versatility and creativity as a writer. His masterful use of irony and satire manifested profoundly in works such as 'Candide' and 'Zadig,' which not only entertained but also served as instruments for scathing social and political critique. Voltaire's influence extended beyond literature; his philosophical ideas were instrumental in the progression of Enlightenment thought. He spent his last years welcomed by an adoring French public, passing away in Paris on May 30, 1778. His legacy endures, immortalized through his contributions to literature, philosophy, and the ongoing pursuit of progress and enlightenment.