Voltaire

Presents a new translation of Voltaire's satiric masterpiece on eighteenth-century European society through the misadventures of the youthful Candide.

Micromegas is a philosophical science fiction novella written by the famous French Enlightenment writer, Voltaire. It tells the story of a giant from Sirius, Micromegas, who embarks on a journey through the universe with his friend, a Saturnian philosopher. During their travels, they encounter many planets and species, each with their own unique characteristics and flaws. They discover that beings on smaller planets have shorter lifespans and limited...

Candide traces the fortunes of its character, a staunch optimist who eventually becomes disillusioned by a series of hardships and misfortunes. Zadig follows its main character, a Babylonian philosopher, as he is subjected to the whims of Fate and the mischief of those around him.

Micromegas es un cuento filosófico de Voltaire publicado en 1752. Se trata de las aventuras de un habitante (Micromegas) de un planeta del sistema de Sirio y un habitante de Saturno que se instruyen mutuamente y viajan por el espacio en busca de nuevos conocimientos, llegando finalmente a descubrir a los humanos.

"Historia de los viajes de Escarmentado (Escrita por él mismo)" de Voltaire es una novela satírica que sigue las aventuras de Escarmentado, un noble que emprende una serie de viajes en busca de sabiduría e iluminación. A lo largo de su viaje, Escarmentado se topa con una variedad de personajes y experiencias que exponen los absurdos e hipocresías de la sociedad. Desde encuentros con funcionarios corruptos hasta presenciar las locuras de la guerra...

"The Huron" is a satirical novella by Voltaire, exploring the clash of cultures between a European visitor and a Native American tribe. Through humor and wit, it critiques European colonialism and the misunderstandings that arise when different worlds meet, shedding light on the absurdities of prejudice and intolerance. Voltaire's work serves as a commentary on societal norms and the need for greater understanding and tolerance among people. Read...

"The Black and the White" is a satirical tale by Voltaire that explores the absurdity of racism and prejudice. The story follows a white European who turns black and a black African who turns white, highlighting the arbitrary nature of racial discrimination. Through humor and wit, Voltaire challenges societal norms and exposes the irrationality of such distinctions. Read in English, unabridged.

La historia gira en torno a un hombre que descubre que sólo vale cuarenta coronas, lo que le lleva a cuestionar la naturaleza del valor humano y los juicios arbitrarios que impone la sociedad. Voltaire emplea el ingenio y la ironía para criticar las normas sociales, la riqueza y lo absurdo de los juicios humanos. A través del humor y el comentario social, la historia refleja los ideales de la Ilustración de Voltaire, desafiando la sabiduría convencional...