| Description |
1 online resource (xx, 88 pages) |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 79-85). |
| Summary |
Written in the tongue-in-cheek manner for which he was famous, Monsieur de Voltaire' s memoirs reveal a new perspective on the international politics and history of the 18th century. Voltaire's role as acclaimed author, poet, dramatist, and philosopher led him to experience the personal attentions of the most illustrious men and women of his time. His irreverent, to say the least, portrayals of the leading figures of the day provide a hilarious portrait of the royal courts of Europe which fought over his services for almost 30 years. Only published posthumously, these memoirs relate and then commentate on literary accomplishments, historic fact, and salacious gossip alike. |
| Subject |
Frederick II, King of Prussia, 1712-1786.
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Prussia (Germany) -- Kings and rulers -- Biography.
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Voltaire, 1694-1778.
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Authors, French -- 18th century -- Biography.
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Philosophers -- France -- Biography.
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| Added Author |
Brown, Andrew (Literary translator)
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| Added Title |
Mémoires pour servir à la vie de Mr. de Voltaire, écrits par lui-même. English
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| ISBN |
9781843919759 (e-pub) |
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9781843911524 (print) |
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