The Philosophy of History

by Voltaire, Thomas Kiernan (Preface by)

Overview

The great Enlightenment thinker shares his views on the nature and practice of history in this fascinating critique of historical narratives.
 
In The Philosophy of History, Voltaire present a radical reinterpretation of the moral, aesthetic, and religious views and the customs and practices that prevailed in ancient civilizations. His critique touches on a range of topics, from cultures across the globe to legislators who spoke in the name of the gods. This enthralling essay is an essential read for scholars and students of the Enlightenment.
 
This ebook is derived from the original edition published in 1776, with a preface by Thomas Kiernan.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781504074711
Publisher:	Philosophical Library/Open Road
Publication date:	02/22/2022
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	209
Sales rank:	1,008,094
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Voltaire (1694–1778) was the pseudonym of François-Marie Arouet, one of the most prominent writers and thinkers of the Enlightenment. After studying at the Collège de Clermont (now the Lycée Louis-le-Grand), he began writing philosophical works as well as poems, comedic plays, and other forms of literature. Voltaire was often imprisoned for publicly criticizing the French monarchy. His controversial beliefs included religious freedom, freedom of expression, and separation of church and state.
Voltaire (1694–1778) was the pseudonym of François-Marie Arouet, one of the most prominent writers and thinkers of the Enlightenment. After studying at the Collège de Clermont (now the Lycée Louis-le-Grand), he began writing philosophical works as well as poems, comedic plays, and other forms of literature. Voltaire was often imprisoned for publicly criticizing the French monarchy. His controversial beliefs included religious freedom, freedom of expression, and separation of church and state.