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Welcome to The Voltaire Library, where every work is read in full, every argument is given its voice, and no cherished opinion is entirely safe. Bring your curiosity, leave your certainty at the door, and discover why ideas have always been the most delightful form of mischief.Public domain 哲学 社会科学
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  • Letters on England Letter VI - On the Presbyterians

    Letters on England Letter VI - On the Presbyterians
    2026/08/10
    In which the customs and character of the Presbyterian Church in the British Isles are examined with a keen eye on their austere manners and contrasts to the Anglican clergy, revealing a sect marked by severity and modesty. The peaceful coexistence of diverse religious sects in England is celebrated as a foundation for liberty and social harmony amidst the bustling commerce of London.
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  • Letters on England Letter V - On the Church of England

    Letters on England Letter V - On the Church of England
    2026/08/07
    In which the diverse sects of England are observed with a particular emphasis on the established Church of England, whose members hold significant sway in public offices and maintain a curious blend of ancient rites and legal dependence. The character of the English clergy is contrasted with that of their French counterparts, noted for their moral strictness, academic reserve, and the absence of the more libertine ecclesiastical types common abroad.
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  • Letters on England Letter IV - On the Quakers

    Letters on England Letter IV - On the Quakers
    2026/08/04
    In which the curious rise and endeavours of William Penn, that singular Quaker sovereign of Pennsylvania, are recounted with a mixture of admiration and gentle irony, painting a portrait of a man both devout and pragmatic amidst the religious tumult of his age. The narrative wends through his youthful conversions, princely receptions, and wise laws, unto the gradual ebbing of Quaker influence in England—a quiet commentary on the vicissitudes of sect and society.
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