Voltaire, whose real name was François-Marie Arouet, was a prominent French philosopher, writer, and intellectual during the Enlightenment period. He was born on November 21, 1694, and is renowned for his wit, satire, and advocacy for civil liberties, freedom of speech, and religious tolerance. Voltaire's works, including plays, poetry, novels, and philosophical essays, made him one of the most influential thinkers of his time. His famous novella "Candide" satirized the optimism and philosophical ideas prevalent during the era. Voltaire was a staunch critic of social and political injustices,
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Voltaire, whose real name was François-Marie Arouet, was a prominent French philosopher, writer, and intellectual during the Enlightenment period. He was born on November 21, 1694, and is renowned for his wit, satire, and advocacy for civil liberties, freedom of speech, and religious tolerance. Voltaire's works, including plays, poetry, novels, and philosophical essays, made him one of the most influential thinkers of his time. His famous novella "Candide" satirized the optimism and philosophical ideas prevalent during the era. Voltaire was a staunch critic of social and political injustices, often using his writings to challenge authority and advocate for human rights. He played a crucial role in shaping Enlightenment thought, emphasizing reason, critical thinking, and the pursuit of knowledge. Voltaire's contributions to literature, philosophy, and human rights continue to have a lasting impact to this day.