Jean-Jacques Rousseau

Jean-Jacques Rousseau

Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712–1778) was a Swiss-born philosopher, writer, and composer whose ideas profoundly influenced the Enlightenment and modern political thought. His works, including The Social Contract and Emile, or On Education, explored themes of individual freedom, the nature of society, and the principles of education, advocating for a return to natural simplicity and moral integrity.

Rousseau’s concept of the “general will” and his critique of inequality were foundational to revolutionary movements, particularly the French Revolution. Beyond philosophy, he contributed to music theory and composed operas. His unique blend of philosophical insight and emotional introspection has made him one of history’s most influential and controversial thinkers.

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    By : Jean-Jacques Rousseau

    The Social Contract

    What if the foundation of every society is built on a lie—and you’ve been complicit since birth? In The Social Contract, Rousseau dissects the fragile pact between citizen and state, where the price of order might be the surrender of humanity’s primal freedom. As revolutions whisper and empires tremble, one question remains: Will you defend the chains that keep you safe, or dare to break them—even if civilization itself crumbles in your hands?

    • Originally Published: 1762
    • Publisher : Penguin Books, 2005
    • Pages: 168
    • Book Type: Hardcopy
    • ISBN-13: 978-0141018881
    • Access: Members