Voltaire , Fletcher, John , Cronk, Nicholas
A Pocket Philosophical Dictionary
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199553631
- author:
- Voltaire , Fletcher, John , Cronk, Nicholas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.56 x 1.52 x 12.95 centimetres
- Genre:
- Religion, General, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Voltaire's Pocket Philosophical Dictionary is a witty and ironic work that critiques established religion and promotes toleration. First published in 1764, this collection of short essays covers topics such as Apocalypse, Atheism, Tolerance, and Tyranny, all through Voltaire's characteristic ridicule and attacks on superstition. This new translation is based on the definitive French text and reprints the edition that sparked controversy and condemnation in its time. The work remains relevant today, offering insights into the consequences of religious intolerance and its ongoing impact on modern debates. A valuable addition to any library, Voltaire's Pocket Philosophical Dictionary provides a unique window into the thoughts and ideas of one of history's most influential thinkers.
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