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| The French writer and philosopher Voltaire is considered one of the central figures of the Age of Enlightenment, a period that emphasized the power of human reason, science, and respect for humanity. Voltaire believed that literature should serve as a vehicle for social change. His biting satires and philosophical writings demonstrated his aversion to Christianity, intolerance, and tyranny. | ||||||
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| France; Enlightenment, Age of; Renaissance; French Literature; Voltaire; Drama and Dramatic Arts | ||||||
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