A satirical novel written by Voltaire, a naive Candide sees and suffers many misfortunes that lead him to the prevalent philosophy of the time. Candide and his companions display an instinct for survival in a somber setting. They find simple tending a garden and ultimately find happiness.
A philosophical novel satirizing the optimistic creed "All is for the best in this best of all possible worlds, " through the misadventures of Candide.
Presents an annotated edition of the story of a simple, optimistic man whose travels take him from one disaster to another; and includes backgrounds, a selection of critical essays, and a summary of the debate surrounding Voltaire's works.
