Folio 78: Voltaire to George I.
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CMV33607
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SP 78/182/42
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Folio 78: Voltaire to George I.
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Sire il y a longtemps que je me regarde comme un des sujets de votre majesté.
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Autograph letter signed from Voltaire to George I, written from Fontainebleau and dated October 1725.
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Voltaire writes that he has long considered himself to be one of George I’s subjects and implores him to offer his protection for one of his works. Voltaire claims that this work is an epic poem on the subject of Henry IV, and that such a topic has forced him to talk about the politics of Rom and the ‘intrigues’ of the monks. He adds that he respects the Reformed religion and praises the illustrious Elizabeth of England, noting that he has spoken in his work with freedom and with truth. Voltaire notes that George I is the protector of freedom and truth and thus hopes that he will grant his royal protection so that the work may be printed. Voltaire concludes by saying that he eagerly seeks the honour of coming to London to present George I with his profound respects and gratitude.
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2 ff.
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The paper features one central vertical foldline and three evenly spaced horizontal fold lines.
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