Voltaire to Frederick the Great...5, 1770 June 8
Scope and Content
This letter was difficult to translate and summarize. It begins with several lines of poetry written by Voltaire, which briefly mention some religious topic such as excommunication, the Holy Father, friars and monks. The rest of the letter continues on these religious topics. Saint Francis and Saint Ignatius are mentioned. At the end Voltaire asks Frederick to have pity on his old prejudices against the Curia. Voltaire signs the letter- "The old, ill hermit, V"
Dates
- Creation: 1770 June 8
Creator
- From the Collection: Voltaire (Person)
- From the Collection: Frederick, King of Prussia, II (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Advance notice required for access.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.21 Linear Feet (1 box)
Language of Materials
French
Physical Description
1 letter
Repository Details
Part of the USC Libraries Special Collections Repository
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Los Angeles California 90089-0189 United States
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