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On the Social Contract

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"Man was born free, but everywhere he is in chains. This man believes that he is the master of others, and still he is more of a slave than they are. How did that transformation take place? I don't know. How may the restraints on man become legitimate? I do believe I can answer that question …"
Thus begins Rousseau's influential 1762 work,
Du Contract Social. Arguing that all government is fundamentally flawed, and that modern society is based on a system that fosters inequality and servitude, Rousseau demands nothing less than a complete revision of the social contract to ensure equality and freedom.
Noting that government derives its authority by the people's willing consent (rather than the authorization of God), Rousseau posits that a good government can justify its need for individual compromises, rewarding its citizens with "civil liberty and the proprietorship of all he possesses." The controversial philosopher further suggests that promoting social settings in which people transcend their immediate appetites and desires lead to the development of self-governing, self-disciplined beings.
A milestone of political science, these essays introduced the inflammatory ideas that led to the chaos of the French Revolution, and are considered essential reading for students of history, philosophy, and other social sciences.


Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good read

P. · October 26, 2018

This is a really great read and a must for any one interested in studying political theory, the history of western philosophy, the American founding, or Constitutional Law. This masterpiece by Jean-Jacques Rousseau has influenced many leading thinkers.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wisdom of America's founding fathers

S.D. · November 28, 2018

It's always good to read the American founders and their philosophical influencers.

4.0 out of 5 stars Love it

G. · December 5, 2014

Awesome read, of course! I read it in college and decided to order and read it again to brush up; especially since the price was just awesome. I'm in no way disappointed. Books arrive promptly and on time.

5.0 out of 5 stars regarded as Jean-Jacques Rousseau's most important piece of work, ...

L.M. · December 29, 2016

regarded as Jean-Jacques Rousseau's most important piece of work, On The Social Contract argues that government in itself is flawed leading to a society pillared on inequality and servitude. This piece of work should be read by all to gin an understanding of the invisible contract between the governed and government.The state of the book was new without tears, marks, or any creases etc.

5.0 out of 5 stars Enlightening

m. · July 2, 2009

What a marvel to see the magnificent truth of the master's work 250 years after he postulated it. What a treat to read Cole's translation side-by-side with the original French to see how closely he followed the intent and phraseology. What a surprise to discern the deeply-held Christian views of this acclaimed free-thinker who is so often misused by the secular, progressive socialists of our day. Merci, M. Rousseau!

5.0 out of 5 stars The social contract points

J. · May 10, 2021

I like how it was easy to read. It kept me entertained with the style of writing.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book

R. · March 1, 2014

This is a great theory and I enjoyed comparing it with other great theories. I hope you enjoy it too.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good points...

M.G.M. · May 7, 2009

This book has very good points, it is a little long winded at times. It is a classic text of the enlightenment. Overall I would consider it a worth while read....

Five Stars

s.y. · January 7, 2018

It's on of the best book for understanding the right of people and political thoughts.

Masterly written.

S.S. · August 14, 2018

Rousseau is able to write a concise and interesting book which captivates you from start to finish. I was a big fan of how he compared different types of government that a state can have and looked at their pros and cons, and this book is one of my favourites.

Five Stars

J.P. · September 10, 2015

Rerr stuff this. Nothin' tae dae wi' that Tony Blair

Printing needs improvements.

S.b.S. · October 13, 2018

Printing is very poor. Many pages are half printed.

Great Buy at a good price.

A.C. · March 16, 2025

Great Buy at a good price.In a world where everything is so expensive, its great to have classics at affordable prices.

On the Social Contract

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Description:

"Man was born free, but everywhere he is in chains. This man believes that he is the master of others, and still he is more of a slave than they are. How did that transformation take place? I don't know. How may the restraints on man become legitimate? I do believe I can answer that question …"
Thus begins Rousseau's influential 1762 work,
Du Contract Social. Arguing that all government is fundamentally flawed, and that modern society is based on a system that fosters inequality and servitude, Rousseau demands nothing less than a complete revision of the social contract to ensure equality and freedom.
Noting that government derives its authority by the people's willing consent (rather than the authorization of God), Rousseau posits that a good government can justify its need for individual compromises, rewarding its citizens with "civil liberty and the proprietorship of all he possesses." The controversial philosopher further suggests that promoting social settings in which people transcend their immediate appetites and desires lead to the development of self-governing, self-disciplined beings.
A milestone of political science, these essays introduced the inflammatory ideas that led to the chaos of the French Revolution, and are considered essential reading for students of history, philosophy, and other social sciences.


Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good read

P. · October 26, 2018

This is a really great read and a must for any one interested in studying political theory, the history of western philosophy, the American founding, or Constitutional Law. This masterpiece by Jean-Jacques Rousseau has influenced many leading thinkers.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wisdom of America's founding fathers

S.D. · November 28, 2018

It's always good to read the American founders and their philosophical influencers.

4.0 out of 5 stars Love it

G. · December 5, 2014

Awesome read, of course! I read it in college and decided to order and read it again to brush up; especially since the price was just awesome. I'm in no way disappointed. Books arrive promptly and on time.

5.0 out of 5 stars regarded as Jean-Jacques Rousseau's most important piece of work, ...

L.M. · December 29, 2016

regarded as Jean-Jacques Rousseau's most important piece of work, On The Social Contract argues that government in itself is flawed leading to a society pillared on inequality and servitude. This piece of work should be read by all to gin an understanding of the invisible contract between the governed and government.The state of the book was new without tears, marks, or any creases etc.

5.0 out of 5 stars Enlightening

m. · July 2, 2009

What a marvel to see the magnificent truth of the master's work 250 years after he postulated it. What a treat to read Cole's translation side-by-side with the original French to see how closely he followed the intent and phraseology. What a surprise to discern the deeply-held Christian views of this acclaimed free-thinker who is so often misused by the secular, progressive socialists of our day. Merci, M. Rousseau!

5.0 out of 5 stars The social contract points

J. · May 10, 2021

I like how it was easy to read. It kept me entertained with the style of writing.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book

R. · March 1, 2014

This is a great theory and I enjoyed comparing it with other great theories. I hope you enjoy it too.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good points...

M.G.M. · May 7, 2009

This book has very good points, it is a little long winded at times. It is a classic text of the enlightenment. Overall I would consider it a worth while read....

Five Stars

s.y. · January 7, 2018

It's on of the best book for understanding the right of people and political thoughts.

Masterly written.

S.S. · August 14, 2018

Rousseau is able to write a concise and interesting book which captivates you from start to finish. I was a big fan of how he compared different types of government that a state can have and looked at their pros and cons, and this book is one of my favourites.

Five Stars

J.P. · September 10, 2015

Rerr stuff this. Nothin' tae dae wi' that Tony Blair

Printing needs improvements.

S.b.S. · October 13, 2018

Printing is very poor. Many pages are half printed.

Great Buy at a good price.

A.C. · March 16, 2025

Great Buy at a good price.In a world where everything is so expensive, its great to have classics at affordable prices.

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