{"product_id":"pandora-a-classic-philosophical-satire-hardcover","title":"Pandora: A Classic Philosophical Satire - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eVoltaire\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eWilliam F. Fleming\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltaire's elegant and satirical philosophical tale reimagines the legendary figure of Pandora through the wit, scepticism, and intellectual brilliance that made him one of the defining voices of the Enlightenment.\u003c\/strong\u003e In \u003cem\u003ePandora\u003c\/em\u003e, Voltaire blends mythology, romance, irony, and philosophical reflection into a sophisticated narrative exploring curiosity, desire, vanity, civilisation, and the contradictions of human nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginally published during the eighteenth century, the work reflects Voltaire's distinctive literary style: graceful, incisive, humorous, and deeply engaged with the intellectual currents of the Enlightenment. Through sharp dialogue, playful invention, and subtle satire, \u003cem\u003ePandora\u003c\/em\u003e examines the uneasy balance between reason and passion while questioning social conventions, human ambition, and the pursuit of happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThough often overshadowed by \u003cem\u003eCandide\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ePandora\u003c\/em\u003e remains an important example of Voltaire's philosophical fiction, showcasing his ability to combine entertainment with moral inquiry and social criticism. The work's blend of mythological imagery and Enlightenment rationalism helped shape the development of literary satire and philosophical storytelling throughout Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition features the classic translation by William F. Fleming, preserving the wit, sophistication, and intellectual energy of Voltaire's original text for modern readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for readers of classic literature, Enlightenment philosophy, French satire, mythological fiction, literary classics, and philosophical storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 03, 2018\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43426558869571,"sku":"9781515431114","price":34.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/store7994.com\/products\/pandora-a-classic-philosophical-satire-hardcover","provider":"STORE 7994","version":"1.0","type":"link"}