Candide by Voltaire

Candide by Voltaire Ouvrage publie sous la direction de Marie-Helene Prat Edition presente par Jacques Popin, Agrege des Lettres, Docteur d'Etat French Edition Candide is the story of a gentle man who, though pummeled and slapped in every direction by fate, clings desperately to the belief that he lives in "the best of all possible worlds." On the surface a witty, bantering tale, this eighteenth-century classic is actually a savage, satiric thrust at the philosophical optimism that proclaims that all disaster and human suffering is part of a benevolent cosmic plan. Fast, funny, often outrageous, the French philosopher's immortal narrative takes Candide around the world to discover that — contrary to the teachings of his distinguished tutor Dr. Pangloss — all is not always for the best. Alive with wit, brilliance, and graceful storytelling, Candide has become Voltaire's most celebrated work. Paperback. Used-good condition. All pages intact. Smoke free. 50% of the profits from this sale will be donated to a local Friends of the Library. French Enlightenment France European Fiction Satire Humorous Funny Comedy Classic Literature Literary BKNK