Candide
by Voltaire
Recommended by Ryan Holiday and James Clear
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Recommended by 3 sources and appears in Satire, Fiction, and Most Recommended Books.
"A light hearted satire that pokes fun at optimism, philosophy, politics, and power." - Ryan Holiday
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Recommended by 3 sources and appears in Satire, Fiction, and Most Recommended Books.
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