Birthdate: November 21, 1694
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Paris, France
Died: May 30, 1778
Voltaire, a prominent French Enlightenment figure, was known for his sharp wit, criticism of Christianity and slavery, and advocacy for freedom of speech, religion, and separation of church and state. As a versatile and prolific writer, he produced works in various literary forms such as plays, poems, novels, essays, and histories. With over 2,000 books and pamphlets, Voltaire was one of the earliest to achieve global recognition and commercial success. His writings boldly confronted intolerance, religious dogma, and societal norms, especially in his well-known work, Candide.
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