Candide
About this book
Brought up in the household of a powerful Baron, Candide is an open-minded young man, whose tutor, Pangloss, has instilled in him the belief that 'all is for the best'. But when his love for the Baron's rosy-cheeked daughter is discovered, Candide is cast out to make his own way in the world. And so he and his various companions begin a breathless tour of Europe, South America and Asia, as an outrageous series of disasters befall them - earthquakes, syphilis, a brush with the Inquisition, murder - sorely testing the young hero's optimism.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 309482 readers · 148 pages · ≈ 2 h 44 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read Candide?
About ≈ 2 h 44 m — 148 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Candide?
148 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Candide?
It sits on the Classics, Humor, Philosophy shelves.
Has Candide been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include Mondo candido (1975), Candide, or the Optimist of the Twentieth Century (1960).
Is Candide in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Candide?
The main characters include Lester G. Crocker, Voltaire (1694-1778).
Where does Candide take place?
It is set in Great Britain, France during 18th century.
Who wrote Candide?
Voltaire.
Where can I read Candide online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library
Why has Candide been challenged or banned?
It appears on Wikipedia's list of books banned by governments.