Candide, or Optimism

Delve into Voltaire's timeless masterpiece, 'Candide, or Optimism', a profound critique of optimism wrapped in humor and adventure. This classic B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK in 2006, invites readers into the captivating journey of its protagonist, Candide. Raised in an aristocratic household, Candide’s life flips when he is expelled for loving the Baron's daughter. As he travels across Europe, South America, and Asia, he encounters a series of tumultuous events—earthquakes, syphilis, and even the Inquisition—that challenge his tutor Pangloss's philosophy that 'all is for the best'. With witty prose and sharp social commentary, this book examines the complexities of human experience, making it a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, literature, or history. 'Candide, or Optimism' carries a rich narrative that questions the nature of happiness and resilience amidst adversity. This brand new edition, with 208 pages of thought-provoking content, is perfect for students, scholars, and literature enthusiasts alike. Get your copy today and explore why this book continues to resonate centuries after its publication. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order, though combined shipping is not available for this item. Please allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140455106
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2006
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 208


Description:
Brought up in the household of a powerful Baron, Candide is an open-minded young man, whose tutor, Pangloss, has instilled in him the belief that 'all is for the best'. But when his love for the Baron's rosy-cheeked daughter is discovered, Candide is cast out to make his own way in the world. And so he and his various companions begin a breathless tour of Europe, South America and Asia, as an outrageous series of disasters befall them - earthquakes, syphilis, a brush with the Inquisition, murder - sorely testing the young hero's optimism.

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