Candide ou l'Optimisme

Candide ou l’Optimisme – Softcover Edition

Voltaire’s Candide, first published in 1759, is a sharp and witty satire that remains one of the most enduring works of the Enlightenment. Following the naïve yet good-hearted Candide, the story takes readers on a whirlwind journey across continents — from war-torn Europe to the jungles of South America — as he encounters hardship, absurdity, and human folly at every turn.

Through biting humor and outrageous adventure, Voltaire skewers the philosophy of unfounded optimism, asking whether we truly live in “the best of all possible worlds.” This brilliant blend of adventure and philosophy continues to provoke thought and laughter centuries after its debut.

This softcover edition features:

• Complete, unabridged French text (Candide ou l’Optimisme)

• Clear, easy-to-read formatting

• Portable size for convenient reading anywhere

A timeless classic for readers of satire, philosophy, and world literature.