A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 06 by Voltaire
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| Author | Voltaire, 1694-1778 |
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| Commentator | Leigh, Oliver Herbrand Gordon |
| Commentator | Morley, John, 1838-1923 |
| Commentator | Smollett, T. (Tobias), 1721-1771 |
| Translator | Fleming, William F. |
| Title | A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 06 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Andrea Ball, Christine Bell & Marc D'Hooghe (From images generously made available by the Internet Archive.) |
| Summary | "A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 06" by Voltaire is a philosophical treatise composed in the early 18th century. This work is part of a larger collection where the author examines concepts related to human existence, morality, and society through a critical lens. In this volume, Voltaire engages with themes of happiness, the nature of heaven and hell, heresy, and the foundations of history, revealing his thoughts on these subjects to challenge prevailing norms and beliefs. The opening of this volume sets the stage for an exploration of happiness and philosophical reflections on existence. Voltaire begins by dissecting the notion of happiness, emphasizing that it is a complex and often misunderstood concept distinguishable from mere pleasure. He argues against the adage that one should not be considered happy before death, citing instances of historically ‘happy’ figures who faced tragic ends. Through this analysis, he invites readers to contemplate the nature of happiness in relation to human experiences and societal constructs. As the text progresses, he extends his inquiry to concepts of heaven and hell, heresy, and the way history is viewed, urging a re-evaluation of accepted beliefs and the legitimacy of various narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion |
| Subject | Philosophy -- Dictionaries |
| Subject | Criticism (Philosophy) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35626 |
| Release Date | Mar 28, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 3, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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