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To: Jacquerie

For such an evil man, Voltaire could sure turn a phrase.


5 posted on 03/17/2024 11:42:55 AM PDT by Dr. Sivana ("If you can’t say something nice . . . say the Rosary." [Red Badger])
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To: Dr. Sivana
'those d---d Jesuits, when I was a boy b(u)g-g(a)red me to such an extent that I shall never get over it as long as I live'.

`I Shall Never Get Over it as Long as I Live'

9 posted on 03/17/2024 12:56:18 PM PDT by yesthatjallen
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To: Dr. Sivana
For such an evil man, Voltaire

Let's agree to disagree.

We might however agree that anyone who hasn't made up his mind, should read a thorough helping of Voltaire's works in order to make a judgment.

A side order of Rousseau and French history is also recommended.

13 posted on 03/17/2024 1:25:19 PM PDT by Buttons12 ( )
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