The Life of Voltaire, With Interesting Particulars Respecting his Death, and Anecdotes and Characters of his Contemporaries (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781173225209)

"The Life of Voltaire" offers readers a detailed biographical account of the renowned French Enlightenment writer and philosopher, Voltaire. Frank Hall Standish delves into Voltaire's life, exploring his intellectual contributions, his relationships with contemporaries, and the circumstances surrounding his death. This biography provides insight into the world of 18th-century France, examining the social, political, and intellectual climate that shaped Voltaire's thinking and writings. It offers anecdotes and character sketches of those who moved in Voltaire's circle, giving a rich tapestry of the period. This work will appeal to those interested in biography, French history, and the Enlightenment.

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