The tale recounts the visit to Earth of a giant being from a planet circling the distant star Sirius, and of his companion from the planet Saturn.

"A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 3" by Voltaire is an illuminating exploration of diverse philosophical, scientific, and cultural subjects, reflecting the Enlightenment ideals of reason, inquiry, and intellectual freedom. In this comprehensive volume, Voltaire delves into a wide array of topics, offering insightful commentary and thought-provoking analyses.From discussions on religion and morality to examinations of politics and literature, Voltaire's entries provide readers wit...

Masterpieces of Menippean Satire – 3 Classic Intellectual Fiction Texts is an illuminating anthology that explores the multifaceted nature of Menippean satire, presenting a profound collection of works. This expertly curated selection traverses through varying literary styles, capturing the essence of this intellectually provocative genre. Readers are invited into a world where parody, philosophy, and humor intertwine to challenge societal norms and provoke critical thought. The volume sta...

Les éditeurs parisiens, et avec eux, les professeurs de Lettres, présentent généralement Candide comme l’œuvre d’un écrivain des Lumières, d’un intellectuel engagé, contre l’intolérance religieuse, politique et guerrière. Contre le racisme, les coutumes absurdes et le conservatisme aristocratique. Bref, un modèle d’ironie et de sarcasmes bien placés. Le genre de type et de texte qui vous bouleverse une société à lui seul.En fait, on peut lire Candide autrement. Sa...

Stars of Satire – 3 Classic Tales of Alien Voyagers is a compelling anthology that seamlessly weaves together the narratives of three iconic satirical voices: Lucian of Samosata, Daniel Defoe, and Voltaire. Each work within the collection embraces the fantastical journeys of alien voyagers to critique and illuminate contemporary societal norms and human folly. The anthology encapsulates a rich tapestry of literary styles, blending classical Greco-Roman influences with Enlightenment rationa...

Un thriller historique au coeur de la Révolution française.Août 1789. La Révolution continue d'embraser le pays. Alors qu'à Versailles, les députés rédigent la Déclaration des droits de l'homme et du citoyen, le jeune journaliste Gabriel Joly, endeuillé, peine à retrouver le goût de vivre. Mais une étrange affaire de meurtres va peu à peu le tirer de sa torpeur...Dans le cercle très secret de la Comédie-Française, une série d'assassinats ébranle la troupe. Les uns après les ...

Essential Philosophical Journeys – 3 Classic Allegorical Speculative Fictions is a captivating collection that traverses the imaginative and introspective landscapes of allegorical narrative. This anthology masterfully bridges diverse literary styles and philosophical inquiries, offering readers a panoramic view into speculative fictions that challenge and expand the boundaries of thought. From the whimsical yet profound innovations of story-telling, each work presents a unique lens on exi...

Mirrors in the Sky – 3 Classic Speculative Satire Romances traverses the imaginative frontiers of speculative fiction, harnessing satire to illuminate the human condition through fantastical narratives. This anthology melds the ingenious minds of Daniel Defoe, Edwin A. Abbott, and Voltaire, each challenging the confines of reality to reflect the societal norms of their times. The works explore diverse literary styles, from Defoe's cunning allegories to Abbott's mind-bending dimensional exp...

There is something about the number 3.The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two.Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois. It seems good things usually come in threes. Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and ...

There is something about the number 3.The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two.Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois. It seems good things usually come in threes.Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore them...

Drei Romane in einer Box für alle, die schon immer die Vermutung hatten, dass es in unserer Welt recht seltsam und nicht immer logisch zugeht, die aber darin keinen Grund zum Missvergnügen sehen, sondern lieber den Humor als Größe des Herzens und Schärfe des Verstandes feiern. Inhalt: •Voltaire: Candide •Jonathan Swift: Gullivers Reise nach Lilliput •Gottfried August Bürger: Münchhausen

Eldingen im Jahre 1659. Auf dem Dachboden des Schlosses machen die Bewohner eine grausame Entdeckung. Winzige Kinderleichen liegen, zu Bündeln geschnürt, in einer Truhe. Haben die vermeintlichen Kindsmorde etwas mit den grausamen Verstümmelungen zu tun, denen viele Vierbeiner zum Opfer fallen? Und sind die jungen Mädchen, deren Leichen man in einer Waldhütte fand, ebenfalls von dem wahnsinnigen Tierschlächter umgebracht worden? Angst geht um in den Mauern des Anwesens. Die Schlossherren He...