L'ingénu

L'Ingénu, published in 1767 by Voltaire, is a satirical novella that follows a young Huron who arrives in France from Canada. The story critiques European customs and societal hypocrisy through the lens of the protagonist's innocent perspective. As he navigates French society, the Huron's straightforwardness highlights the contradictions and complexities of civilization, making it a notable work in 18th-century French literature. This tale serves as a comedic social commentary, contrasting natural simplicity with the intricacies of human behavior.