Hardcover. Collector's Edition Laminated Hardback with Jacket Human society was not always marked by inequality; rather, it emerged gradually as people moved from a simple, self-sufficient existence to one defined by private property, competition, and artificial hierarchies. Rousseau explores how this transformation led to the corruption of natural human goodness, replacing genuine freedom with dependence and social divisions. Through a philosophical examination of history, he questions whether civilization has truly improved the human condition or merely deepened injustice. With a compelling mix of speculation and critique, he challenges readers to reconsider the foundations of modern society and the cost of its so-called progress.A bold critique of civilization, Rousseau's Discourse on the Origin of Inequality challenged Enlightenment ideals by arguing that progress had deepened social divisions rather than alleviating them. His radical ideas on property, power, and freedom influenced the French Revolution and shaped modern political thought. By questioning whether inequality is natural or socially constructed, he laid the foundation for debates on justice and human rights. Even today, his work sparks discussion on the costs of progress and the roots of social injustice. Rousseau explores how society's shift from simplicity to civilization created inequality, corruption, and dependence, questioning whether progress has truly improved the human condition or deepened injustice. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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T�tulo: Discourse on the Origin of Inequality (Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket) (Hardcover)
Editor: Revive Classics
Fecha de publicaci�n: 2025
Idioma: Ingl�s
ISBN 10: 1998736172
ISBN 13: 9781998736171
Encuadernaci�n: Hardcover
Estado: new

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~ Collector's Edition ~ Laminated Hardback with Jacket ~

Human society was not always marked by inequality; rather, it emerged gradually as people moved from a simple, self-sufficient existence to one defined by private property, competition, and artificial hierarchies. Rousseau explores how this transformation led to the corruption of natural human goodness, replacing genuine freedom with dependence and social divisions. Through a philosophical examination of history, he questions whether civilization has truly improved the human condition or merely deepened injustice. With a compelling mix of speculation and critique, he challenges readers to reconsider the foundations of modern society and the cost of its so-called progress.

A bold critique of civilization, Rousseau's Discourse on the Origin of Inequality challenged Enlightenment ideals by arguing that progress had deepened social divisions rather than alleviating them. His radical ideas on property, power, and freedom influenced the French Revolution and shaped modern political thought. By questioning whether inequality is natural or socially constructed, he laid the foundation for debates on justice and human rights. Even today, his work sparks discussion on the costs of progress and the roots of social injustice.

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Jean-Jacques Rousseau, born on June 28, 1712, in Geneva, was a philosopher, writer, and composer who shaped Enlightenment thought and modern political theory. Raised by his father and aunt after his mother's death, Rousseau's early life was marked by wanderings and diverse experiences. At 15, he left Geneva, converted to Catholicism, and worked various jobs while exploring his intellectual interests.In Paris, Rousseau befriended Denis Diderot and contributed to the Encyclop�die, gaining recognition with his 1750 essay, Discourse on the Arts and Sciences. He argued that advancements in the arts and sciences had led to moral decay, introducing his critical stance on societal progress. His later works, including The Social Contract and Discourse on Inequality, challenged traditional authority and championed the idea of popular sovereignty.Rousseau's novel �mile presented groundbreaking views on education, emphasizing natural development and experiential learning. His radical ideas often brought him into conflict with authorities, resulting in bans and exile. Despite these challenges, Rousseau's philosophy inspired the French Revolution and continues to influence modern political and educational thought.

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