A Discourse Upon The Origin And The Foundation Of The Inequality Among Mankind - Softcover

Rousseau, Jean Jacques

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1419100912 ISBN 13: 9781419100918

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2004

Synopsis

""A Discourse Upon The Origin And The Foundation Of The Inequality Among Mankind"" is a philosophical work by Jean Jacques Rousseau, first published in 1755. The book is a critique of the social and political structures of his time, and explores the concept of natural human inequality. Rousseau argues that inequality is not inherent in human nature, but is instead created by society and its institutions. He traces the origins of inequality to the development of private property and the emergence of social classes. Rousseau also examines the role of language and communication in shaping human society, and discusses the relationship between individual freedom and the common good. The book is considered a key text in the history of political philosophy and has had a significant impact on the development of modern political thought.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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About the Author

Jean-Jacques Rousseau (28 June 1712 – 2 July 1778) was a Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer of 18th-century Romanticism of French expression. His political philosophy influenced the French Revolution as well as the overall development of modern political, sociological and educational thought.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1419100912
• ISBN 13: 9781419100918
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 60