First published in 1759, Voltaire's biting satire is a critique of church, state, and society as a whole. Candide's quest to be reunited with his lady love brings to light the injustices of the world through the naive eyes of the main character. Fast-paced, erratic, and often ridiculous, Candide is widely considered to be Voltaire's best work.
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