Call it a CliffsNotes, not Cliff Note or Cliffs Note. If you're looking for the original literature study guide series, then you've come to the right place.
Candide

Candide

Francois Voltaire

CliffsNotes on Candide begins in Westphalia, Germany, where Candide is tutored by noted philosopher Doctor Pangloss on the idea that "all is for the best . . . in this best of all worlds." Candide first accepts this philosophy, but as he experiences war, poverty, the maliciousness of man, and the hypocrisy of the church, he begins to doubt Pangloss. Voltaire never admitted to having written the highly controversial Candide; instead, the work is signed Mister Doctor Ralph.

Take the Quiz Candide is driven from the castle at Westphalia because
  1. he has an affair with a chambermaid
  2. he insists that everything happens for the best
  3. he satirizes the baron and his son
  4. he is discovered with Cunégonde
Quiz
Study Guides To-Go!
Get the complete text from CliffsNotes guides on your video iPod®.
Learn more!
cover
Learn the Words You Should Know
Vocabulary Puzzles is the fun way to ace the SAT, ACT, GRE, LSAT & more!
The Ultimate Learning Experience!
WATCH the film and READ the lit note for a fast way to study!
Learn more!