This Easton Press Collector's Edition 1977 of "Candide" by Voltaire is a beautifully illustrated and bound book that is a must-have for any literature or fiction collector. The book features premium leather binding, gilded page edges, and a hubbed spine accented with real 22kt gold. The illustrations by Sylvain Sauvage are stunning and add to the overall appeal of the book.
The book is an original printing and has smyth-sewn pages for strength and durability. The cover design is distinctive, and the endleaves are silk moire. This book is a great addition to any collection and is a true gem for any book lover.
Candide (or optimism) is a French satire written by Voltaire, a philosopher of the Age of Enlightenment. Fist published in 1759, the book was widely banned because it contained religious blasphemy, political sedition, and intellectual hostility hidden under a thin veil of naivety. It has been widely translated and is among the most frequently taught works of French literature. Voltaire concludes Candide by rejecting Leibnizian optimism and its mantra "the best of all possible worlds". This stunning 100 Greatest Books Ever Written edition is like-new, unread, and will be the perfect addition to your library of classic literature.