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Candide or Optimism

Candide or Optimism

by Voltaire

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Candide is a satirical novella by Voltaire that follows the misadventures of a young man named Candide. Throughout the story, he encounters various hardships and absurdities that challenge the philosophy of optimism, particularly the idea that 'all is for the best in the best of all possible worlds.' The work critiques optimism and explores themes of suffering, happiness, and the human condition.

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Candide is a satirical novella by Voltaire that follows the misadventures of a young man named Candide. Throughout the story, he encounters various hardships an

Who wrote "Candide or Optimism"?

"Candide or Optimism" was written by Voltaire.

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