This page features a selection of the best quotes by Jean-Jacques Rousseau. All of these quotes are real and references are given after each quote. Here are the best quotes by Rousseau in no particular order: Man is born free; and everywhere he is in chains. One thinks himself the master of others, and still remains a greater slave than they. – The Social Contract, bk. 1, ch. 2 All ran headlong to their chains, in hopes of securing their liberty; for they had just wit enough to perceive the …
The Philosophy of Rousseau: A collection of articles, videos, and podcasts
This page aims to make learning about the philosophy of Rousseau as easy as possible by bringing together the best articles, podcasts, and videos from across the internet onto one page. To get started, simply choose one of the resources listed below: Encyclopedia Articles This section features articles from the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy and the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy. The SEP is probably the most comprehensive online philosophy resource. It features in-depth articles on a huge number of philosophical topics, however, it is aimed at an academic audience and …
The Eight Best Books on or by Rousseau
From beginner-friendly introductions to classic works by Rousseau, this page features books to suit any learning style. It’s important to note that there is no single best book on Rousseau. The best book for you will depend heavily on your preferred learning style and the amount of time/energy you’re willing to spend reading. For example, if you tend to find classic works of philosophy difficult to understand, you might want to start with a short, beginner-friendly introduction. If you prefer more depth, you can choose a more comprehensive introduction or …