Publisher's Synopsis
The Writings of Voltaire V1-V2 is a two-volume collection of works by the renowned French philosopher, writer, and historian, Francois Marie Arouet, who is better known by his pen name, Voltaire. The first volume contains a selection of Voltaire's most famous works, including his satirical novella Candide, his philosophical treatise Letters Concerning the English Nation, and his historical work The Age of Louis XIV. The second volume includes more of Voltaire's historical writings, such as The Age of Louis XV and The Philosophical Dictionary, as well as his plays, poetry, and essays. The collection provides a comprehensive overview of Voltaire's diverse literary output, showcasing his wit, intellect, and critical thinking. The works in this collection are considered to be some of the most important and influential writings of the Enlightenment period, and continue to be studied and admired by scholars and readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
