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Quote by Voltaire

“Secret griefs are more cruel than public calamities.”

Quote by Voltaire

Work

Voltaire's renowned work is a philosophical and humorous narrative that follows the adventures of Candide, a young man who embarks on a journey through various trials and tribulations, questioning the optimism of his mentor, Dr. Pangloss. more

Author

Voltaire, a French Enlightenment philosopher, writer, and thinker, was born on November 21, 1694, and died on May 30, 1778. He had a profound impact on philosophy, literature, and science in France and Europe with his sharp wit and critical spirit. more

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