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The Social Contract & Discourses (Cram Edition)

The Social Contract & Discourses (Cram Edition)

Rousseau, Jean-Jacques
Cole, G. D. H. (George Douglas Howard)

Paperback

PhilosophyGeneral Political Science

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ISBN10: 1026132991
ISBN13: 9781026132999
Publisher: Xpresspress
Pages: 546
Weight: 1.67
Height: 1.10 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Social Contract & Discourses pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

Jean-Jacques Rousseau's The Social Contract & Discourses remains a cornerstone of political philosophy, exploring the fundamental questions of societal organization and the legitimacy of state power. Rousseau delves into the concept of the social contract, arguing that legitimate authority arises from the consent of the governed.

Within these pages, Rousseau contrasts civilized society with the idealized state of nature, examining the origins of inequality and the corruption of natural goodness. He proposes a radical vision of a society guided by the general will, where collective interest supersedes individual desires.

This collection presents Rousseau's seminal works on the social contract, offering profound insights into the relationship between the individual and society. A vital text for understanding the foundations of modern political thought and enduring debates on freedom, authority, and the common good.

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