“It was decided by the university of Coimbre that the sight of several persons being slowly burned in great ceremony is an infallible secret for preventing earthquakes.”
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The Portable Voltaire
This volume includes a selection of Voltaire's essays, letters, and philosophical writings, showcasing his wit, satire, and advocacy for Enlightenment values. more
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“A lady of honor may be raped once, but it strengthens her virtue.”
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“Dogs, monkeys, and parrots are a thousand times less miserable than we are.”
Source: Candide: Or Optimism
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“A little evil is often necessary for obtaining a great good.”