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Emile, Or, On Education: Includes Emile and Sophie, Or, The Solitaries

This work is a seminal text in the field of pedagogy, offering a comprehensive examination of the principles and practices of education. It delves into the formation of character and the role of society in shaping an individual's development, through the lens of the two narratives included. more

Author

Jean-Jacques Rousseau
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

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