| Author |
Voltaire, 1694-1778 |
| 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 01
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| Series Title |
The Works of Voltaire, A Contemporary Version, Vol. 5
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Andrea Ball, Christine Bell & Marc D'Hooghe (From images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
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| Summary |
"A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 01" by Voltaire is a philosophical treatise written in the 18th century. This work is a collection of critical essays and miscellaneous articles that delve into various topics, including religion, language, and society, often employing wit and satire to challenge established norms and beliefs. The book encapsulates Voltaire's sharp intelligence and his critique of dogmatism, ecclesiastic power, and the unexamined traditions of his time. The opening of this volume introduces a range of discussions, beginning with the nature of the alphabet and the letters A, B, and C. Voltaire reflects on the significance of the alphabet across cultures, exploring its origins and societal implications. He critiques the complexities and fallacies that arise from linguistic interpretations, noting how seemingly simple concepts can lead to confusion and misunderstanding. Through these examinations, Voltaire sets the stage for a wider exploration of philosophical inquiries, contextualizing human knowledge within the broader scope of history and culture, all while illustrating the absurdities that often accompany reverence for tradition and authority. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
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| Subject |
Philosophy -- Dictionaries
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| Subject |
Criticism (Philosophy)
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
35621 |
| Release Date |
Mar 28, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 19, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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