Micromégas by Voltaire
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Voltaire, 1694-1778
French
"Micromégas" by Voltaire is a philosophical tale written during the early 18th century, a time marked by the Enlightenment. The story centers on themes of perspective, knowledge, and the nature of existence as seen through the eyes of an extraordinarily tall inhabitant of the Sirius star system and a diminutive being from Saturn. Through their jour...
Micromégas, an inhabitant of Sirius, who travels to Saturn and ultimately to Earth, accompanied by a Saturnian philosopher. Their experiences reveal the stark differences in scale and the nature of beings across the universe, leading them to an encounter with humans. The travelers engage in profound discussions about existence, knowledge, and morality, prompting reflections on war, ignorance, and the folly of human pride. Ultimately, the story serves as a satirical critique of society, encouraging readers to reflect on their place in the cosmos and the often ridiculous nature of human conflicts over trivial matters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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