Although we all know this will never be true, one can only dream In Candide, Voltaire analyzes the problems of evil in the world. Through his satire, Voltaire proves his point about greed being universal. To present greed as a devastating factor of society’s corruption, he uses satire. Greed is defined by American Heritage as, “ An excessive desire for more than one needs or deserves.” In the beginning of the story, we are introduced to Cunegonde. This is the woman that Candide is madly in love with. Later in the story, Cunegonde found that someone had stolen her money and jewels. Without any proof or evidence she accused the reverend. She was sure the thief was the reverend; how is that something as money can corrupt a holly person into committing a sin. Cunegonde was ready to marry a man for money, not for love. Money is important but not enough to marry someone because they are rich. These are two examples of how he uses satire when talking about greed. He proves that greed is universal and usually ends in destruction. Greed usually does end in destruction because you get so greedy you can stop until everything is yours. Not everything can yours so you get upset and sometimes kill yourself. Materials are just things and your happiness cannot be bought. While in El Dorado greed is seen when Candide overlooks how it is a perfect society because of the ideals they practice, and believes that the riches are the most important aspects. He knows that once he leaves he will never be able to return. I do not understand why he even had to give leaving El Dorado any thought. The woman he loved was not there so why would he stay. He made the right decision by leaving but he should not have had to think twice about it. I do not understand how money can be more important than happiness. I know money helps but it sure does not buy your happiness. Voltaire’s use of satire throughout the story had a serious purpose. Sati...
