Calvin Meets Voltaire

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The book explores the dynamic interplay between the Reformation and the Enlightenment in eighteenth-century Geneva, focusing on the contrasting influences of Calvin and Voltaire. It presents a revisionist perspective that challenges the traditional narrative of religious decline and secularization, emphasizing the enduring Protestant roots of the society. The analysis highlights how Geneva's ties to French culture ultimately transformed its religious landscape while maintaining a connection to its Reformation heritage.