François-marie arouet
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | François-Marie Arouet |
| Date of Birth | 21 November 1694 |
| Place of Birth | Paris, France |
| Date of Death | 30 May 1778 |
| Place of Death | Paris, France |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence | France |
| Education | Collège Louis-le-Grand |
| Profession | Writer, Poet, Philosopher, Playwright |
| Years of Activity | c. 1710s - 1778 |
| Brief Information | François-Marie Arouet, known by his pen name Voltaire, was a prolific writer, historian, and philosopher. He was a vocal critic of the established Catholic Church and an advocate for freedom of religion, freedom of expression, and the separation of church and state. His works frequently attacked intolerance and injustice, and he was a significant figure in Enlightenment thought. |