Voltaire: The Incomparable Infidel

By Joseph Lewis

Book Overview

Voltaire: The Incomparable Infidel is a biography of the French Enlightenment writer and philosopher, Voltaire, written by Joseph Lewis. The book provides a comprehensive account of Voltaire's life, from his early years in Paris to his later years as a celebrated author and intellectual.Lewis explores Voltaire's many achievements, including his literary works such as Candide and his contributions to the development of the French language. He also delves into Voltaire's political and social views, including his advocacy for religious tolerance and his criticism of the monarchy and the Catholic Church.Throughout the book, Lewis portrays Voltaire as a complex and multifaceted figure, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses. He examines Voltaire's personal relationships, including his friendships with other prominent figures of the time, and his romantic liaisons.Overall, Voltaire: The Incomparable Infidel is a detailed and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of the most important figures of the Enlightenment.1929. The work and influence of Voltaire are unmistakably impressed upon the progress and intellectual development of mankind. Pronounce his name in the presence of clergymen, and you will find you have made a declaration of war. Pronounce that name and from the mouth of a priest will come a veritable river of vituperation and calumny. Yet, Voltaire was the greatest man of his century and did more to free the human race than any other man.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076614335X
• ISBN13: 9780766143357
• Release Date: March 2003
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.1"