Essays On Montaigne, Pascal And Voltaire

Essays On Montaigne, Pascal And Voltaire is a collection of critical essays written by John Cowper Powys, a British philosopher, poet, and novelist. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different French writer: Michel de Montaigne, Blaise Pascal, and Voltaire. The first part of the book explores Montaigne's philosophy of life and his unique style of writing. Powys analyzes Montaigne's essays in detail, highlighting their themes of self-exploration, skepticism, and humanism. He also examines Montaigne's influence on later writers, including Shakespeare and Nietzsche.The second part of the book is devoted to Pascal, a mathematician, physicist, and theologian who is best known for his Pens�����es, a collection of philosophical fragments. Powys discusses Pascal's ideas about human nature, faith, and reason, and shows how his work reflects the tensions between science and religion in the seventeenth century.The final part of the book focuses on Voltaire, a writer and thinker who was a leading figure of the Enlightenment. Powys examines Voltaire's satirical writings, his defense of reason and tolerance, and his critique of religious dogmatism. He also discusses Voltaire's influence on the French Revolution and his legacy in modern culture.Overall, Essays On Montaigne, Pascal And Voltaire offers a thoughtful and engaging analysis of three influential thinkers who shaped the course of Western philosophy and literature. Powys's writing is insightful and accessible, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ideas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.