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The novella presents a satirical journey of Candide, a young man who, under the guidance of his overly optimistic mentor Pangloss, confronts the harsh realities of life. As he faces various hardships, Candide evolves from his naive belief that "all is for the best" to the more pragmatic view of "cultivating one's garden." Recognized as a cornerstone of Western literature, the work has significantly influenced modern writers known for their dark humor. This edition features helpful notes, a glossary, and a comprehensive timeline of Voltaire's life.
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- Title
- Candide
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Voltaire
- Publisher
- Warbler Classics
- Released
- 2022
- Pages
- 146
- ISBN13
- 9781957240169
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Philosophical Topics, Adventure, Humor, Classics, Military Fiction, Wars, France, School, French Literature, Novellas, Social Critique, Journey, Escape, 18th century, Satire, Happiness, Required Reading, Enlightenment, Misfortune, Philosophical Fiction, Paradise, Critique of Religion
- First published
- 1759
- Original title
- Candide
- Rating
- 3.7 out of 5
- Description
- The novella presents a satirical journey of Candide, a young man who, under the guidance of his overly optimistic mentor Pangloss, confronts the harsh realities of life. As he faces various hardships, Candide evolves from his naive belief that "all is for the best" to the more pragmatic view of "cultivating one's garden." Recognized as a cornerstone of Western literature, the work has significantly influenced modern writers known for their dark humor. This edition features helpful notes, a glossary, and a comprehensive timeline of Voltaire's life.