Part one of term paper
Throughout the novel, , Voltaire repeatedly exploits the nature of humans to consider other's situations and lifestyles to be better than that of their own. Voltaire uses 's journeys to portray the human assumption that the grass is always greener on the other side. This theme is shown in 's strife for companionship, his experience with weal ...

Part two of term paper
... Throughout his adventures, comes upon many different men with many different companionship situations. For example, during 's time with Count Pococurant, Voltaire indicates to the reader that is impressed with the count's two women. (118) The amazement and awe by is answered with an explanation from Count Pococurant that shows that he is happy with them, but is becoming tired of their presence. (118) Voltaire strongly appeals to the reader with this scene because mankind places male/female c ...