Correspondance de Voltaire avec le roi de Prusse   By: King of Prussia Frederick II (1712-1786)

The Correspondance de Voltaire avec le roi de Prusse offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the friendship and intellectual exchange between two of the greatest minds of the Enlightenment period. Through a series of letters, Voltaire and King Frederick II of Prussia engage in lively discussions on a wide range of topics, including philosophy, politics, and literature.

The letters reveal the deep respect and admiration that Voltaire and Frederick II had for each other, as well as their shared commitment to reason, tolerance, and progress. Their correspondence is marked by wit, humor, and intellectual rigor, making it a truly enjoyable and enlightening read.

In addition to shedding light on the personal relationship between Voltaire and Frederick II, the letters also provide valuable insights into the social and political context of 18th-century Europe. Readers are given a sense of the turbulent times in which these two great thinkers lived, as well as the ways in which their ideas and actions shaped the course of history.

Overall, the Correspondance de Voltaire avec le roi de Prusse is a must-read for anyone interested in the Enlightenment, the history of ideas, or the lives of these two remarkable individuals. It is a rich and rewarding collection that offers a window into the minds of two of the most influential figures of their time.

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Nous possédons les billets du jeune Marc Aurèle à son précepteur Fronton, ce sont d'aimables et tendres témoignages de respect, d'affection et de reconnaissance. Ces billets montrent combien était sensible et bonne l'âme du futur empereur. Mais ces relations ne pouvaient avoir l'importance de celles du prince royal de Prusse, âgé de vingt quatre ans, et plus tard du roi avec Voltaire, ayant dix huit ans de plus que son correspondant et déjà en possession d'une notoriété considérable par ses travaux littéraires et philosophiques... Continue reading book >>