Publisher's Synopsis
Voltaire's Candide Or The Optimist, And Rasselas Prince Of Abyssinia (1884) is a literary work that combines two classic stories by the renowned French philosopher and writer, Voltaire. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part being Candide and the second part being Rasselas Prince of Abyssinia.Candide is a satirical novel that tells the story of a young man named Candide who is taught by his mentor, Pangloss, that everything in the world is for the best. However, Candide's life is filled with misfortunes and tragedies, including being forced into military service, witnessing natural disasters, and being betrayed by those he trusts. Through his experiences, Candide discovers that the world is far from perfect and that blind optimism is foolish.Rasselas Prince of Abyssinia, on the other hand, is a philosophical tale that follows the journey of a young prince who leaves his sheltered life in search of the meaning of happiness. Along the way, he encounters various characters who offer different perspectives on life and happiness, including a philosopher, a hermit, and a poet. Through these encounters, Rasselas learns that happiness is not something that can be found externally, but rather something that must be cultivated internally.Overall, Voltaire's Candide Or The Optimist, And Rasselas Prince Of Abyssinia is a thought-provoking work that challenges readers to question their beliefs about the world and the nature of happiness. It is a timeless classic that continues to be studied and enjoyed by readers of all ages.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.
