Doutes Nouveaux Sur Le Testament Attribue Au Cardinal De Richelieu (1765)

Voltaire's 1765 work critically examines the authenticity of the testament attributed to Cardinal de Richelieu, a prominent 17th-century French statesman. Through a thorough investigation of historical and legal evidence, he argues that the testament is likely a forgery. Additionally, Voltaire uses this inquiry to highlight the corruption and hypocrisy within the Catholic Church of his time. The book exemplifies his scholarly rigor and commitment to historical truth, making it a significant contribution to literature and criticism.