Voltaire
Champion of the French Enlightenment
Philosophers of the Enlightenment
This biography traces the development and writings of one of the most influential philosophers of the Enlightenment. Using engaging narrative, it offers the reader a look inside the world of the eighteenth century and details the many ways in which Voltaire challenged the established order through his writings and through his personal advocacy against religious injustice. With primary source material and vivid images, it is an accessible analysis of Voltaire's ideas that looks at his plays, poems, and philosophy showing his influence on current thought.
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Book Review--"Each chapter is well-organized and presents the material in a straight-forward, accessible manner. Format is attractive, easy on the eye, readable print,and bold in color. This title, and others in the series make this period in history and these key figures interesting and accessible."
-ASSOCIATION OF REG. XI SCHOOL LIBRARIANS, TEXAS
Series Review--
"A lovely series, richly illustrated with fine art."
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