Candide · Character

Pangloss

Pangloss is a character in Candide by Voltaire.

major

Also known as Monsieur Pangloss, Doctor Pangloss, Dr. Pangloss, Master Pangloss, Mr. Pangloss, poor Pangloss, the great Pangloss

First appearance: 0001-candide

Candide's tutor, an optimistic philosopher who insists all is for the best in the best of all possible worlds.