Iconographie de J. J. Rousseau (Classic Reprint)

A. Bachelin

ISBN 10: 1332556566 / ISBN 13: 9781332556564

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book unveils the life and times of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, an 18th-century philosopher whose ideas greatly influenced Western thought. The author meticulously examines Rousseau's transformative writings on education, politics, and the human condition, delving into the genesis of his radical beliefs and their impact on the development of democracy and human rights. The book further explores Rousseau's personal life, from his humble beginnings to his controversial relationship with leading intellectuals and his final years spent in exile. Through the author's engaging prose, readers gain insights into the complexities of Rousseau's character, his struggles, and his enduring legacy as one of the most influential figures in the history of ideas. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Iconographie de J. J. Rousseau (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: French
• ISBN 10: 1332556566
• ISBN 13: 9781332556564
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Books in French

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Synopsis

Explore the rich iconography of Jean-Jacques Rousseau through a curated set of portraits, engravings, and reliefs.

This edition gathers historical depictions and critical notes, tracing how artists and editors presented Rousseau across centuries. It offers context on the creators, the printing and engraving practices, and the shifting reception of his image in Paris, Neuchâtel, and beyond.

The book presents a sequence of portraits and frontispieces, with descriptions that explain how each likeness was conceived, assembled, and circulated. It situates visual work within the broader story of Rousseau’s life, fame, and the public’s changing view of the philosopher.

• Discover a range of plates, engravings, and sculptures connected to Rousseau’s image.
• Learn how period editors and artists framed his likeness to convey mood and meaning.
• Read concise notes that highlight attribution, engraving technique, and historical context.
• Gain insight into how public perception shaped the reception of these portraits.

Ideal for readers of art history, typography and 18th‑century philosophy, as well as collectors curious about how Rousseau’s image was built over time.