Candide
| AUTHOR | Voltaire |
| PUBLISHER | Mjp Publishers (10/01/2023) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Hardcover) |
Description
Candide, Voltaire's timeless satirical masterpiece, is a whirlwind adventure through the trials and tribulations of its eponymous hero, as he embarks on a tumultuous journey across continents and through a myriad of misfortunes. With biting wit and razor-sharp insight, Voltaire challenges the prevailing notions of his time, including blind optimism, religious dogma, and the nature of human suffering. As Candide navigates a world of corruption, deception, and disaster, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, each embodying the extremes of human folly and vice. Through their exploits, Voltaire deftly exposes the hypocrisy and absurdity of the human condition, urging readers to question the world around them and the beliefs they hold dear. Candide is a literary triumph that blends scathing social satire, philosophical inquiry, and high adventure to create a thought-provoking and wildly entertaining reading experience. Dive into the extraordinary world of Voltaire's Candide, and join the unforgettable hero on his quest for truth, love, and enlightenment in the face of unimaginable adversity.
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Product Details
ISBN-13:
9789355275066
ISBN-10:
9355275064
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
120
Carton Quantity:
38
Product Dimensions:
5.50 x 0.44 x 8.50 inches
Weight:
0.67 pound(s)
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Fiction | Classics
Fiction | Historical - General
Fiction | Satire
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level:
7.3
Point Value:
5
Interest Level:
Upper Grade
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Candide, Voltaire's timeless satirical masterpiece, is a whirlwind adventure through the trials and tribulations of its eponymous hero, as he embarks on a tumultuous journey across continents and through a myriad of misfortunes. With biting wit and razor-sharp insight, Voltaire challenges the prevailing notions of his time, including blind optimism, religious dogma, and the nature of human suffering. As Candide navigates a world of corruption, deception, and disaster, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, each embodying the extremes of human folly and vice. Through their exploits, Voltaire deftly exposes the hypocrisy and absurdity of the human condition, urging readers to question the world around them and the beliefs they hold dear. Candide is a literary triumph that blends scathing social satire, philosophical inquiry, and high adventure to create a thought-provoking and wildly entertaining reading experience. Dive into the extraordinary world of Voltaire's Candide, and join the unforgettable hero on his quest for truth, love, and enlightenment in the face of unimaginable adversity.
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