Voltaire's "Candide" is a satirical novella that critiques philosophical optimism through the misadventures of its naive protagonist. It remains a foundational work of the Enlightenment, celebrated for its wit and enduring social commentary.
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Voltaire's "Candide" is a satirical novella that critiques philosophical optimism through the misadventures of its naive protagonist. It remains a foundational work of the Enlightenment, celebrated for its wit and enduring social commentary.