Binding: Paperback
Description: One of the most profound thinkers of modern history Jean - Jacques Rousseau (1712 - 78) was a central figure of the European Enlightenment. He was also its most formidable critic condemning the political economic theological and sexual trappings of civilization along lines that would excite the enthusiasm of romantic individualists and radical revolutionaries alike. In this study of Rousseau's life and works Robert Wokler shows how his philosophy of history his theories of music and politics his fiction educational and religious writings and even his botany were all inspired by visionary ideals of mankind's self - realization in a condition of unfettered freedom. He explains how in regressing to classical republicanism ancient mythology direct communion with God and solitude Rousseau anticipated some post - modernist rejections of the Enlightenment as well. About THE Series: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket - sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts analysis perspective new ideas and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Title: Rousseau: A Very Short Introduction
Author(s): Wokler Robert (Formerly Senior Lecturer In Political Science Yale University)
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Barcode: 9780192801982
Pages: 192 Pages, 27 Halftones
Publication Date: 12/6/2001
Series: Very Short Introductions
Category: Political Science & Theory