--- product_id: 104831926 title: "Candide Kindle Edition" brand: "voltaire" price: "FREE" currency: PHP in_stock: false reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/104831926-candide-kindle-edition store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Candide Kindle Edition **Brand:** voltaire **Price:** FREE **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Candide Kindle Edition by voltaire - **How much does it cost?** FREE with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/104831926-candide-kindle-edition) ## Best For - voltaire enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted voltaire brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Candide Kindle Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415qDK1-1sL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cultivate Your Garden *by D***E on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 25, 2021* One of the most famous novellas ever written, _Candide_ follows the optimist of the title as he encounters one example after another of the cruelty of this world. Having been taught by his tutor Pangloss that we live in “the best of all possible worlds,” Candide perseveres, but after facing war, an earthquake, a shipwreck, torture, and the deaths of several people who are close to him, our hero begins to doubt the validity of the philosophy he lives by.Strictly speaking, there is not “plot” to _Candide_, as tends to be the case with the novella as a genre. Instead of plot, I prefer to speak of “dérive” in regard to these brief narrative texts. The term dérive suggests a free form, a text that is adrift. Giles Deleuze and Félix Guattari might call the novella a rhizome text. _Candide_ is a brilliant example of this aspect of the novella, as this story is literally “all over the place:” our hero travels all over Europe and even to the American continent, where he finds an earthly paradise in the mythical city of El Dorado. Voltaire, incidentally, was a fan of Jonathan Swift, and this will be apparent to readers of _Candide_ and _Micromégas_ (1752)._Candide_ is a travel narrative, which accounts for its episodic structure. It is also a philosophical novella, even a thesis novella; the episodes are so many supporting arguments to the overall thesis, viz. that, contrary to what Gottfried Leibniz affirms, this is not the best of all possible worlds. The narrative device that ties the episodes together is a love story. From a very early age, Candide has his eye on Cunégonde, the daughter of his benefactor, the Baron of Thunder-ten-Tronckh. We wonder whether, after they are separated by a series of unfortunate events, Candide and Cunégonde will get a chance to be happy together in this troubled world.There are references to philosophical ideas throughout the novella, and while the story may be enjoyed as such, without resorting to notes, an annotated edition will give you a better appreciation of the text. I am very happy with the Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition, which features a translation of the novella by Theo Cuffe, an introduction by Michael Wood, copious notes, a map detailing the voyages described in the story, three appendices consisting of related texts by Voltaire, and last but not least, amazing cover art by Chris Ware depicting scenes from _Candide_ in the form of comic strips. The free Kindle version of the novella, under consideration here, features a very good, anonymous 1918 translation, an introduction by Philip Littell that emphasizes the novella’s timelessness, and 35 annotations.I do not agree with Voltaire’s philosophy; neither do I agree with Leibniz’s. _Candide_ still gives me much pleasure, and many episodes make me laugh out loud. The good thing about Voltaire is that he is not above making fun of himself. Look out for the character Pococuranté, in whose mouth the author put many of his own ideas, preferences and prejudices, such as his dislike for Homer and his hatred of Milton. Whether one agrees with Voltaire or not, _Candide_ is a great example of satire: irreverent, opinionated, and thought-provoking. If you’re hungry for more Voltaire after reading this novella, I recommend that you continue with _Micromégas_.Next on my list, Balzac’s _The Unknown Masterpiece_ (1832).Thanks for reading, and enjoy the book! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A twist from bad to worse with an epic discovery *by K***R on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 2, 2022* Candide is mos def a good "character journey" book that takes the main character through endless misfortune, until reaching the conclusion that misfortune is still experience and that work gives you purpose ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Funny Sad *by J***2 on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 5, 2022* Quick read very good --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/104831926-candide-kindle-edition](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/104831926-candide-kindle-edition) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*