Voltaire - Robert G Ingersoll - Bog

""Voltaire"" by Robert G. Ingersoll is a biography of the French Enlightenment writer, philosopher, and historian, Fran�����ois-Marie Arouet, better known by his pen name, Voltaire. In this book, Ingersoll explores Voltaire's life, works, and impact on French society during the 18th century. He delves into Voltaire's upbringing, education, and early literary career, as well as his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Madame du Ch�����telet and Frederick the Great. Ingersoll also discusses Voltaire's political and social views, including his advocacy for freedom of speech, religious tolerance, and separation of church and state. Throughout the book, Ingersoll emphasizes Voltaire's wit, humor, and biting satire, which made him a controversial figure in his time and a lasting influence on Western literature and thought. Overall, ""Voltaire"" provides a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of the most important thinkers of the Enlightenment era.THIS 80 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Works of Robert G. Ingersoll: Lectures V3, by Robert G. Ingersoll. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766172724.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.