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Candide
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In only about 100 pages, Voltaire says more than your average 7 book series... Which would be great if most of what he talked about wasn't dated into irrelevance. So unless you're a French scholar, appreciating his satire seems unrealistic. Combine that with the speed at which the plot moves, and keeping up with Candide is definitely a chore. Truly enjoying his adventure seems like a privilege only possible for the super-educated.
At one time, Candide was a must-read. But, for the average person, that time probably passed a hundred years ago.
At one time, Candide was a must-read. But, for the average person, that time probably passed a hundred years ago.
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January 8, 2016
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Jan 22, 2016 11:00AM
But its like a metaphorical animated movie or something!
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I agree with Fabian, this Satire is so easy to read, I finished it in just two sittings. Compared to the 'tedious' work of Homer as Senator Pococurante says.
Brian, I'm halfway through and leaning more toward your rating. I just finished Rushdie's "Midnight's Children" which for me is one of the best books I've ever read. So I know I'm not putting Candide in the same realm of "Midnight". Maybe that's not fair, but everything is for the best, right?
Word for word, this is exactly how I feel.
Caitlin wrote: "Word for word, this is exactly how I feel."🙏 🙏
Couldn’t have said it any better myself
I'd say 25 pages would have sufficed.
