Contes de Guillaume Vade (1764)

By Voltaire

Book Overview

Contes De Guillaume Vade is a book of short stories written by the renowned French philosopher and writer, Voltaire. Originally published in 1764, the book contains a collection of satirical tales that poke fun at the social and political customs of the time. The stories are set in the fictional town of Saint-Germain-en-Laye and revolve around the character of Guillaume Vade, a cunning and witty barber who uses his wit and charm to navigate the complex social hierarchy of the town. Each story features a different adventure or scheme that Guillaume undertakes, often with hilarious and unexpected results. The book is a masterful example of Voltaire's satirical writing style, which uses humor and irony to critique the societal norms of his time. Through the character of Guillaume Vade, Voltaire explores themes such as class, power, and corruption, offering a witty and insightful commentary on the society of 18th-century France. Overall, Contes De Guillaume Vade is a delightful and entertaining read that showcases Voltaire's skill as a writer and satirist.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104109433
• ISBN13: 9781104109431
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"