Voltaire: Champion of the French Enlightenment

by Jason Porterfield

This biography traces the development and writings of one of the most influential philosophers of the Enlightenment. Using engaging narrative, it offers the reader a look inside the world of the eighteenth century and details the many ways in which Voltaire challenged the established order through his writings and through his personal advocacy against religious injustice. With primary source material and vivid images, it is an accessible analysis of Voltaire's ideas that looks at his plays, poems, and philosophy showing his influence on current thought.

112 pages, Library Binding

First published August 1, 2005

Reviews

[John]

Interesting aspects of his life revealed. "Ecrasez l'infame" Good for year sevens, pictures and themed bloc inserts .