The Best of All Possible Worlds by Michael Kempe review portrait of an optimistic thinker
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Saul Bellow's novels, rich with the human experience, often depicted those close to him in harsh lights, leading to lost friendships but greater literary fame.
Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz’s philosophies, though overshadowed by Voltaire's parody, embody a depth that challenges the perception of him as merely optimistic and outdated.
The character of Pangloss from Voltaire's Candide serves as a more recognizable summary of Leibniz's philosophy than the philosopher's original works themselves.
Michael Kempe's biography aims to redefine Leibniz, presenting a nuanced view of his thoughts, challenging the perception that he was merely out of touch with modern despair.
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