Jeannot et Colin by Voltaire
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About this eBook
| Author | Voltaire, 1694-1778 |
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| Title | Jeannot et Colin |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by Carlo Traverso |
| Summary | "Jeannot et Colin" by Voltaire is a philosophical tale written in the 18th century, during the Age of Enlightenment. This novella explores themes of social status, education, and the nature of happiness, contrasting the lives of two childhood friends from different backgrounds. Voltaire utilizes this story to critique societal values and the significance placed on wealth and social standing. The narrative follows two young boys, Jeannot, the son of a wealthy merchant, and Colin, the son of a humble farmer, who initially share a strong friendship while attending school together. As circumstances change, Jeannot's family acquires wealth and status, leading him to embrace a life of vanity and superficiality, distancing himself from Colin. The tale unfolds to reveal Jeannot's eventual downfall due to his extravagant lifestyle and poor choices, while Colin, who remains grounded and industrious, thrives through hard work and genuine connections. Ultimately, Jeannot learns that true happiness lies not in wealth or social prestige but in the value of friendship, familial bonds, and humility. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French fiction -- 18th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 4772 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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