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Title: The Friends of Voltaire

Note: Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Contents: D'Alembert: the thinker (1717-1783) -- Diderot: the talker (1713-1784) -- Galiani: the wit (1728-1787) -- Vauvenargues: the aphorist (1715-1747) -- D'Holbach: the host (1723-1789) -- Grimm: the journalist (1723-1807) -- Helvétius: the contradiction (1715-1771) -- Turgot: the statesman (1727-1871) -- Beaumarchais: the playwright (1732-1799) -- Condorcet: the aristocrat (1743-1794).

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Summary: "The Friends of Voltaire" by S. G. Tallentyre is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives and contributions of several key figures involved in the intellectual movement leading up to the French Revolution, highlighting their relationships with Voltaire. It delves into the ideas and personalities of thinkers such as d'Alembert and Diderot, showcasing how their collaborative efforts helped reshape society and usher in new philosophical enlightenment. The opening of the book presents Jean Lerond d'Alembert as a central figure in this intellectual circle. It recounts his dramatic beginnings, from his abandonment as a child to being raised by a poor glazier's wife, establishing his humble yet profound character. The narrative emphasizes d'Alembert's pivotal role in the creation of the Encyclopædia alongside Diderot, illustrating his dedication to the pursuit of knowledge and his influence on the intellectual landscape of 18th-century France. Additionally, it touches on the complexities of his personal relationships, notably with Mademoiselle de Lespinasse, which adds a layer of emotional depth to his intellectual achievements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hall, Evelyn Beatrice, 1868-1956

EBook No.: 56618

Published: Feb 21, 2018

Downloads: 163

Language: English

Subject: France -- Biography

Subject: Voltaire, 1694-1778 -- Friends and associates

LoCC: History: Biography

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Friends of Voltaire

Note: Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Contents: D'Alembert: the thinker (1717-1783) -- Diderot: the talker (1713-1784) -- Galiani: the wit (1728-1787) -- Vauvenargues: the aphorist (1715-1747) -- D'Holbach: the host (1723-1789) -- Grimm: the journalist (1723-1807) -- Helvétius: the contradiction (1715-1771) -- Turgot: the statesman (1727-1871) -- Beaumarchais: the playwright (1732-1799) -- Condorcet: the aristocrat (1743-1794).

Credits: Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images available at The Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Friends of Voltaire" by S. G. Tallentyre is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives and contributions of several key figures involved in the intellectual movement leading up to the French Revolution, highlighting their relationships with Voltaire. It delves into the ideas and personalities of thinkers such as d'Alembert and Diderot, showcasing how their collaborative efforts helped reshape society and usher in new philosophical enlightenment. The opening of the book presents Jean Lerond d'Alembert as a central figure in this intellectual circle. It recounts his dramatic beginnings, from his abandonment as a child to being raised by a poor glazier's wife, establishing his humble yet profound character. The narrative emphasizes d'Alembert's pivotal role in the creation of the Encyclopædia alongside Diderot, illustrating his dedication to the pursuit of knowledge and his influence on the intellectual landscape of 18th-century France. Additionally, it touches on the complexities of his personal relationships, notably with Mademoiselle de Lespinasse, which adds a layer of emotional depth to his intellectual achievements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hall, Evelyn Beatrice, 1868-1956

EBook No.: 56618

Published: Feb 21, 2018

Downloads: 163

Language: English

Subject: France -- Biography

Subject: Voltaire, 1694-1778 -- Friends and associates

LoCC: History: Biography

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.