Voltaire
Voltaire (1694-1778) was a leading figure of the Enlightenment known for his wit, advocacy of civil liberties, and criticism of institutions like the church and state. His works, which emphasize tolerance and freedom of thought, remain widely read and celebrated today.
Born on Nov 21, 1694 (331 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romania | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 17,331 | $250,000 | 225$ |
| Totals | 1 | 19,237,691 | 17,331 | $250,000 | 225$ |
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Romania:
Voltaire was a prominent French philosopher and writer known for his advocacy of civil liberties and criticism of religious dogma.
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Ireland:
Voltaire was deeply affected by the Lisbon earthquake and satirized philosophical optimism in his novel Candide.
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France:
Voltaire is noted for his preference for carriages over walking.
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Switzerland:
Voltaire parodies the German language in his famous novel 'Candide'.
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Greece:
Voltaire was among those who wrote entries in the Encyclopedia.
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Guatemala:
Voltaire is quoted on defending the right to express differing opinions.
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Italy:
Voltaire owned a clock factory.
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Venezuela:
Voltaire is mentioned for his warning about the dangers of having reason when the government is wrong.
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North Macedonia:
Voltaire passionately defended the idea that aesthetics, especially poetry, should not be confined to social prose.
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Dominican Republic:
Voltaire is admired as a historical free thinker, though not preferred in everyday interactions.
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