Voltaire's 'Zadig' is a philosophical tale of a young Babylonian navigating a tumultuous life. Zadig's journey unfolds through love, betrayal, and unforeseen events, offering insightful reflections on fate and human resilience. Voltaire's wit and irony illuminate the narrative, questioning conventional wisdom and moral ambiguity. 'Zadig' stands as a timeless exploration of life's uncertainties and the pursuit of wisdom in the face of adversity. Read in English, unabridged.
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"a section in the middle of candide gets a bit boring, but voltaire quickly recovers. overall, hilarious and brilliant. if you want evidence that humanity has always been idiotic, voltaire provides it. (i only read candide.) "
— Robert (5 out of 5 stars)
" Oh, Voltaire. Such wit, such sarcasm. "
— Ben, 8/29/2009" One of my favorites! I love Candide! "
— Nina, 9/16/2008Voltaire (1694–1778), born François-Marie Arouet, was a French Enlightenment writer, historian, and philosopher known for his wit, philosophical sport, and defense of civil liberties. He produced works in almost every literary form, including poetry, novels, essays, plays, historical and scientific works, and over two thousand books and pamphlets.