Introduction Voltaire’s Candide is a seminal work of literature that offers a satirical critique of society and the philosophy of optimism. Published in 1759, this novella follows the journey of its eponymous character, Candide, through…
Introduction “Don Quixote,” a novel written by Miguel de Cervantes, is a cornerstone of Western literature and one of the most translated books in the world. Published in two parts, in 1605 and 1615, it…
Introduction “Dubliners,” a collection of short stories by James Joyce, is a seminal work in the canon of English literature. Published in 1914, this collection captures the everyday lives of ordinary Dublin citizens in the…