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Peter Gay: Voltaire

“Voltaire, contrary to his reputation, was not merely a social climber, or solely concerned for his security or financial advantage. He was a good hater but he also loved widely and generously, if not always wisely, and most of his traits emerge in the letters here brought together.”

New York City
High Crimes and Misdemeanors
Cave Paintings and Cosmic Eggs
Our Warming World
Israel and Gaza
Brief Encounters

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