Publisher's Synopsis
The Provincial Letters of Blaise Pascal is a collection of eighteen letters written by the French philosopher and mathematician Blaise Pascal in the mid-17th century. The letters were originally published in 1656 and 1657 under the pseudonym Louis de Montalte, and were addressed to a friend in Paris. The letters are written in a satirical and humorous style, and are highly critical of the Jesuit order and their teachings. Pascal argues that the Jesuits are corrupt and immoral, and that their teachings are dangerous and misleading. He also criticizes the Church for its involvement in politics and for its failure to address the needs of the people.The Provincial Letters are considered a masterpiece of French literature, and are widely regarded as one of the most important works of the French Enlightenment. They were highly influential in shaping public opinion about the Jesuits and the Church, and helped to pave the way for the French Revolution.This edition of the Provincial Letters was published in 1847, and includes an introduction by the translator, Thomas M'Crie, as well as notes and annotations to help readers understand the historical context and references in the letters. It is a must-read for anyone interested in French literature, philosophy, or history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
