Publisher's Synopsis
Emilius and Sophia V4: Or, A New System of Education is a book written by the famous philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau. The book is part of a series of four volumes that outline Rousseau's philosophy on education, particularly the education of children. The book is centered around two main characters, Emilius and Sophia, who are used to illustrate Rousseau's ideas on education. Emilius is a young boy who is raised in a natural and free environment, away from the corrupting influences of society. Sophia is a young girl who is also raised in a similar environment, but with a focus on domestic skills and virtues. Throughout the book, Rousseau emphasizes the importance of education in shaping a person's character and beliefs. He argues that children should be allowed to develop naturally, without the influence of society's expectations and norms. He also stresses the importance of physical education, outdoor activities, and hands-on learning experiences. The book is written in a conversational style, with Rousseau speaking directly to the reader and offering practical advice on how to implement his ideas in real-life situations. It has been influential in the development of modern educational theory and is still widely read and studied today.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.
