Voltaire

1694–1778

Nationality: French

Historical Period: The 18th Century

Voltaire (1694-1778) was one of the leading figures of the French Enlightenment. He first made a name for himself as a poet and playwright before turning to political philosophy, history, religious criticism, and other literary activities.

Quotes from Voltaire:

• Voltaire on not “the best of all possible worlds”

Titles from Voltaire:

• Author: Candide, ou l’Optimisme; traduit de l’Allemand de M. le Docteur Ralph
• Author: An Essay on Crimes and Punishments
• Author: Toleration and Other Essays
• Author: The Works of Voltaire. A Contemporary Version, in 21 vols.