Fanaticism, or Mahomet the Prophet

Autori

• Voltaire

Parametri

Pagine

106pagine

Tempo di lettura

4ore

• Arte / Cultura
• Esoterismo e religione
• Narrativa
• Religione
• Storia

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Set against the backdrop of religious fervor, this play critiques the Catholic Church and religious fanaticism, reflecting Voltaire's irreverent style and historical imagination. The new prose translation by Hanna Burton makes it accessible to modern audiences, accompanied by an insightful introduction detailing its historical context and reception. A preface by Malise Ruthven further explores Voltaire's complex relationship with Islam, enhancing the reader's understanding of the work's enduring controversies and relevance.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2013

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