Candide

The book offers a sharp and humorous critique of the philosophy of optimism through the misadventures of its protagonist, Candide. Set against the backdrop of the Enlightenment, it explores themes of suffering, folly, and the absurdity of life's challenges. Voltaire's wit shines as he challenges the notion that "everything is for the best in the best of all possible worlds," making it a thought-provoking and entertaining read.