Voltaire

Gebundenes Buch

Amelia

Beschreibung

This tragedy is founded on historical truth. A duke of Brittany in the year 1387 commanded the lord of Bavalan to assassinate the constable of Clisson: Bavalan the day after told the duke it was done: the duke becoming sensible of the horror of his crime and apprehensive of the fatal consequences of it abandoned himself to the most violent despair: Bavalan after giving him time to repent at length told him that he had loved him well enough to disobey his orders.

Autor

Voltaire, born François-Marie Arouet in 1694, was a French writer and philosopher celebrated for his wit and advocacy of civil liberties. His sharp criticism of the Catholic Church and French institutions often led to clashes with authorities, resulting in his imprisonment and exile. Despite this, he continued to publish works that challenged the status quo, cementing his role as a leading figure in the Enlightenment.In his lifetime, Voltaire wrote across genres, producing plays, essays, novels, and historical works that expressed his views on freedom, religion, and government. His time in England deeply influenced his philosophy, introducing him to constitutional monarchy, which contrasted sharply with French absolutism. Through works like Candide, he employed satire to question optimism and criticized political and religious oppression.Voltaire's influence extended beyond his life, shaping modern thought on justice, reason, and individual rights. He lived his final years at his estate in Ferney, which became a hub for intellectuals across Europe. Today, he is remembered as a champion of freedom and reason, whose legacy endures in the realms of literature and philosophy.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Simon & Schuster Distribution Clients
• Seitenzahl: 42
• Erscheinungstermin: 23. April 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 157mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 227g
• ISBN-13: 9798880901678
• Artikelnr.: 70255613