French 16: Philosophical Letters by Voltaire

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What year were the letters published?

1734

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Number of letters

25

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3

What was the only real letter?

Letter to Helvetius

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What were the letters about?

Voltaire’s observations of England

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5

What are the main topics covered?

Art, politics, religion, philosophy, and science

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What is this work known for? (What is Voltaire known for?)

Uses of irony and wit

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What kind of thinking was Voltaire commited to?

Committed to thinking rationally, not in a prejudiced manner

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What does Voltaire think about the French?

The French aren’t innovative enough regarding economic and social matters

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Fun facts about Voltaire

  • Optimistic regarding progress

  • Developed a more critical approach to religion after rejecting it from his education

  • Witnessed the change from the 17th to the 18th century (1694-1778)

  • Writes letters after coming back from England

  • Traveled around Europe

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