Zadig; Or, The Book of Fate: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Zadig; Or, The Book of Fate is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Voltaire (1694–1778).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Zadig; Or, The Book of Fate" by Voltaire is a philosophical novella published in 1747. It follows Zadig, a Babylonian philosopher whose life swings wildly between fortune and misfortune. From lost loves and false accusations to royal favor and forced slavery, Zadig experiences life's unpredictability firsthand. His journey through ancient Babylonia and Egypt raises timeless questions about destiny, justice, and whether humans control their fate. This celebrated Enlightenment work explores how nothing is simply good or bad without comparison, challenging readers to reconsider the nature of fortune itself.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Zadig; Or, The Book of Fate
- Author credits: Voltaire (1694–1778)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- French literature -- 18th century
- Manners and customs -- Fiction
- Political fiction, French
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Philosophy & Ethics
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