Candide – Voltaire – Eldorado

Candide – Voltaire – Eldorado in Candide

A concise analytical resource, written in French, examining the episode of Eldorado in Voltaire’s Candide.

This resource explores Eldorado as an idealised utopia used by Voltaire to critique European society, contrasting moral and material values while highlighting key philosophical themes such as happiness, justice and wealth.

Key features:

• Clear summary of the Eldorado episode and its key events
• Exploration of Eldorado as a utopian society and its symbolic role
• Analysis of Voltaire’s critique of European religion, politics and society
• Examination of material wealth versus moral and social values
• Insight into Candide’s decision-making and philosophical development

Includes an accompanying worksheet to reinforce and practise key concepts.