Voltaire by Georg Brandes
"Voltaire" by Georg Brandes is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work serves as an exploration of the life and impact of the French Enlightenment writer and philosopher Voltaire, examining his significance in literature, culture, and society during his time. It highlights Voltaire's contributions, his conflicts with authority, and his literary prowess, positioning him as a leading figure in 18th-century thought. The opening of the work emphasizes Voltaire'sunique place in the literary canon, suggesting that he stands among only a few authors who have transcended national boundaries to influence world history. It portrays Voltaire as a figure of brilliance and vigor, likening him to historical giants like Cicero, while also acknowledging the controversies he stirred during his lifetime. The text presents an early view of Voltaire's legacy as one that represents not just a personal journey, but also a cultural milestone that laid the groundwork for modern thought, advocating for reason and human rights amidst an oppressive societal framework. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Brandes, Georg, 1842-1927 |
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| Illustrator | Largillierre, Nicolas de, 1656-1746 |
| Translator | Öhrvall, Hjalmar, 1851-1929 |
| Title | Voltaire |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Tor Martin Kristiansen and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | Swedish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Voltaire, 1694-1778 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59292 |
| Release Date | Apr 17, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 28, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 112 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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