Candide

By: Voltaire

Narrated by: Tom Whitworth

This is the tale of the happy but ill-fated Candide and his progressive disillusionment with the idea that we live in the best of all possible worlds. His tutor, Dr. Pangloss, embodies this philosophy of good cheer, even in the face of ever more absurd misfortunes. Luckily, Candide's other companions provide an over-supply of good sense.

Translated by T. Smollett.

©1991 Joss Recordings (P)2002 Tantor Media, Inc.

Everything happens for a reason

Probably the true genesis of chaos theory and an intriguing exploration of a glass half full or half empty philosophical view.

Candide lived a full life and avoided the three vices: boredom. Vice and Poverty.

So was it a life well lived or a life of constant sorrow?

Great book, but the reading …

Coimbra pronounced “Quambra?” Really? Do the minimum amount of research and at least be in the ballpark for correct pronunciation.

Great story and ideas

Excellent satire, the speaker was good and used a variety of animated character voices with themes still very relevant today.

Master satire that spans the centuries

This is my all time favorite book. The satire on the human condition is timeless. I would always recommend reading this book, and now I have to say, listen to it too. The orator was expert— so good.

Best work of classic literature Ive heard as of late

Very engaging fast paced and left me hungry for more listened to it twice already and each time as good as the last