“From the first moment of life, men ought to begin learning to deserve to live; and, as at the instant of birth we partake of the rights of citizenship, that instant ought to be the beginning of the exercise of our duty.”
Quote by Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Work
The social contract: and, Discourses
This book is a seminal work in political philosophy, examining the fundamental principles of social and political organization. It delves into the concepts of sovereignty, the general will, and the rights and responsibilities of individuals within a state. more
Author
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a French philosopher, writer, and composer, considered one of the most important figures of the Enlightenment. His works have had a profound impact on subsequent literature, political, and social theories. more