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Jean-Jacques Rousseau
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Number of Pages
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Age Group
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Language
English
Book Summary
This is a foundational non-fiction work of political philosophy and social theory. It gathers influential eighteenthโcentury essays on how power, liberty, and law shape society, arguing for a social contract as the basis of political legitimacy. The intended reader includes students, scholars, and curious readers who want to understand the roots of modern political thought. The tone is thoughtful, rigorous, and challenging, inviting careful reflection.
Presented as a carefully curated collection, the essays are rendered in accessible English and anchored by a fresh introduction that situates the text in its historical and philosophical context. Readers encounter compact, argumentโdriven explorations of authority, rights, and the balance between freedom and order, with context that clarifies why these ideas still matter today.
For learners and analytical readers, the book covers core concepts such as sovereignty, civil liberty, the social contract, general will, and the legitimacy of political authority. The prose is precise and the ideas are big, but the translation and guiding introduction make the reading experience approachable and rewarding.
By the end, readers gain a framework for evaluating political authority and a deeper appreciation for enduring questions about freedom, duty, and governance. The work invites ongoing critical thinking, broadens historical perspective, and leaves readers with a durable curiosity about how societies organize power.
Product Details
Author
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
400
Language
English
SKU
9780141191751
ISBN
9780141191751
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
13x2.2x19.8cm
Binding
Paperback
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