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What year were the letters published?
1734
Number of letters
25
What was the only real letter?
Letter to Helvetius
What were the letters about?
Voltaire’s observations of England
What are the main topics covered?
Art, politics, religion, philosophy, and science
What is this work known for? (What is Voltaire known for?)
Uses of irony and wit
What kind of thinking was Voltaire commited to?
Committed to thinking rationally, not in a prejudiced manner
What does Voltaire think about the French?
The French aren’t innovative enough regarding economic and social matters
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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