Publisher's Synopsis
Rousseau and His Era is a biography written by John Viscount Morley that delves into the life and times of the famous philosopher, Jean-Jacques Rousseau. The book explores Rousseau's early life and education, his rise to prominence as a writer and thinker, and his controversial ideas on politics, society, and human nature. Morley also examines the cultural and historical context in which Rousseau lived, including the Enlightenment, the French Revolution, and the rise of Romanticism. Through his analysis of Rousseau's life and ideas, Morley provides a comprehensive portrait of one of the most influential figures of the 18th century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, politics, and culture in Europe during the Enlightenment.Herein is the most complete book about Jean Jacques Rousseau, the philosophical reformer, mystic, and author of the Social Contract.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.