Candide and Zadig / Voltaire ; [introduction by Raymond R. Canon]

Voltaire (1694-1778). Canon, Raymond R

1966, 1st Edition. New York : Airmont. Good paperback copy; edges somewhat dust-dulled and nicked. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Item #336270

Physical description: 160 p. ; 18 cm. Summary:
Zadig, a good-hearted, handsome young man from Babylonia, is in love with Sm ire and they are to marry. Sm ire, however, has another suitor: Orcan wants her for himself. Zadig tries to defend his love from Orcan's threat, but his eye is injured in the process. Sm ire abhors this injury, causing her to depart with his enemy. Shortly after, Zadig makes a full recovery and falls into the arms of another woman, Azora, with whom he is married, but who promptly betrays him. Subjects: Voltaire, -- 1694-1778 -- Translations into English. Voltaire, -- 1694-1778. Enlightenment -- 18th century -- Fiction. Manners and customs -- Fiction. Manners and customs.

Price: €12.95