On The Social Contract - Couverture souple

Rousseau, Jean-Jacques

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0486426920 ISBN 13 : 9780486426921

Editeur : Dover Publications Inc., 2003

Synopsis

"Man was born free, but everywhere he is in chains." Thus begins Rousseau's influential 1762 work, in which he argues that all government is fundamentally flawed and that modern society is based on a system of inequality. The philosopher proposes an alternative system for the development of self-governing, self-disciplined citizens.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Jean Jacques Rousseau was a Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer of the 18th century. Jean Jacques Rousseau's political philosophy influenced the Enlightenment in France and across Europe, as well as aspects of the French Revolution and the overall development of modern political and educational thought. On The Social Contract is one of Jean Jacques Rousseau's works which has influenced politics & government throughout the world. On The Social Contract espouses Jean Jacques Rousseau's theory on free will & determinism by delving into what he viewed as the best way to establish a political community in the face of the problems of commercial society. Originally published in 1762, the work helped to inspire political reforms and revolutions in Europe, especially in France. Jean Jacques Rousseau's On The Social Contract argued against the idea that monarchs were divinely empowered to legislate and control politics & government; as Rousseau asserts, only the people, who are sovereign, have that all-powerful right. On The Social Contract is often required reading for courses in philosophy, politics & government, and politics & social sciences.

Présentation de l'éditeur

On the Social Contract, written by legendary author Jean-Jacques Rousseau, is widely considered to be one of the greatest classic texts of all time. This great classic will surely attract a whole new generation of readers. For many, On the Social Contract is required reading for various courses and curriculums. And for others who simply enjoy reading timeless pieces of classic literature, this gem by Jean-Jacques Rousseau is highly recommended. Published by Classic Books International and beautifully produced, On the Social Contract would make an ideal gift and it should be a part of everyone's personal library.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Dover Publications Inc.
• Date d'édition: 2003
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0486426920
• ISBN 13: 9780486426921
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 112
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: Soc. Agr. La Raia Ss; http://www.la-raia.it; ; Strada Monterotondo, 79; Novi Ligure; 15067; Italie