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Candide and Other Stories (Oxford World s Classics)
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Candide is the most famous of Voltaire s philosophical tales, in which he combined witty improbabilities with the sanest of good sense. First published in 1759, it was an instant bestseller and has come to be regarded as one of the key texts of the Enlightenment. What Candide does for chivalric romance, the other tales in this selectionMicromegas, Zadig, The Ingenu, and The White Bulldo for science fiction, the Oriental tale, the sentimental novel, and the Old Testament. The most extensive onevolume selection currently available, this new edition includes a new verse translation of the story Voltaire based on Chaucer s The Wife of Bath s Tale: What Pleases the Ladies and opens with a revised introduction that reflects recent critical debates, including a new section on Candide.About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World s Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, uptodate bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Candide'? A: 'Candide' explores the theme of optimism versus realism, satirizing the philosophy of optimism through the misadventures of its protagonist.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Candide and Other Stories'? A: The author of 'Candide and Other Stories' is Voltaire, a prominent French Enlightenment writer.
- Q: How many pages are in this edition of 'Candide'? A: This edition of 'Candide' contains 352 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Candide and Other Stories' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Candide and Other Stories' published? A: 'Candide and Other Stories' was published on May 15, 2008.
- Q: What other stories are included in this edition? A: In addition to 'Candide', this edition includes 'Micromegas', 'Zadig', 'The Ingenu', and 'The White Bull'.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this edition includes expert introductions, voluminous notes, and bibliographies, making it suitable for academic study.
- Q: What makes this edition of 'Candide' unique? A: This edition features a new verse translation and a revised introduction reflecting recent critical debates.
- Q: Is 'Candide' considered a classic work? A: Yes, 'Candide' is regarded as a key text of the Enlightenment and a classic in literature.
- Q: What genre does 'Candide' belong to? A: 'Candide' is classified as a philosophical tale and satirical fiction.