The Spirit Of Voltaire

by Norman L. Torrey

Book Overview

The Spirit of Voltaire is a book written by Norman L. Torrey that explores the life and philosophy of the French Enlightenment writer and philosopher, Voltaire. The book delves into the ideas and beliefs that shaped Voltaire's thinking, including his advocacy for freedom of speech, religious tolerance, and social justice. Torrey examines Voltaire's life, from his early years as a writer and his imprisonment in the Bastille to his later years as a celebrated author and philosopher. The book also explores the impact of Voltaire's ideas on the Enlightenment movement and their continued relevance in contemporary society. Through engaging prose and insightful analysis, The Spirit of Voltaire offers readers a comprehensive understanding of one of the most influential thinkers in modern history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163192554
• ISBN13: 9781163192559
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"