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| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:novel
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| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:theatre
gptkb:animated_film gptkb:film graphic novels |
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Voltaire
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| gptkbp:available_formats |
gptkb:printer
gptkb:book |
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Cunegonde
gptkb:Martin gptkb:Pangloss gptkb:The_Baron gptkb:The_Old_Woman |
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
controversial at the time of publication
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired operas
inspired philosophical discussions inspired musicals |
| gptkbp:genre |
philosophical satire
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
Critique of Leibniz's philosophy.
Influenced by Voltaire's own experiences. Reflections on the Seven Years' War. Response to the 1755 Lisbon earthquake. Written during the Enlightenment |
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Candide, or Optimism
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| gptkbp:influence |
Western literature
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| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:Postmodern_literature
Existentialist writers Satirical works. |
| gptkbp:language |
gptkb:French
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| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Candide
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| gptkbp:narrative_style |
first-person narrative
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| gptkbp:next_edition |
Annotated editions
Illustrated editions Critical editions. |
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
All is for the best in the best of all possible worlds.
We must cultivate our garden. |
| gptkbp:plot |
Candide's journey through various misfortunes
Critique of optimism Final resolution in the garden. Philosophical exploration of suffering Search for Cunegonde |
| gptkbp:published_by |
1759
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| gptkbp:setting |
Europe and South America
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| gptkbp:significance |
Considered a classic of Western literature
Examines the folly of blind optimism Influenced the Enlightenment movement Satirical take on society and philosophy. |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:philosopher
optimism |
| gptkbp:translated_into |
multiple languages
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gptkb:Candide
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4
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