Voltaire’s Romances, Complete in One Volume

Voltaire’s Romances, Complete in One Volume

Voltaire

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Anson Street Press
Año de edición:
2025
ISBN:
9781023391092
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Experience the wit and wisdom of 18th-century France with 'Voltaire’s Romances,' complete in one volume. This collection showcases the celebrated author Fran?s-Marie Arouet’s mastery of philosophical fiction and satirical storytelling.A cornerstone of classic literature, these works offer a glimpse into a bygone era through the lens of romance and humor. Translated into English, they retain their original charm and thought-provoking commentary on society, love, and the human condition.Explore Voltaire’s timeless tales, each a testament to his enduring legacy as a literary giant. This edition is perfect for readers seeking engaging, classic French fiction that continues to resonate. A must-have for any collection of world literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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