Part of: The Political Writings of Jean Jacques Rousseau, 2 vols. The Political Writings of Jean Jacques Rousseau vol. 1

Daly discusses Rousseau’s discussion of Poland and Corsica as entrenched within a tradition of illiberal constitutionalism, which reveals dynamics of freedom and domination within the application of his theoretical political writings.

Smith discusses Rousseau’s commissioned work for the government of Poland, with emphasis on the nature of liberty under the threat posed by Russian imperialism.

This work explores the concept of the state of nature and the origins of government, which aligns with Rousseau’s ruminations in the Social Contract.

The contrast between David Hume and Jean Jacques Rousseau on the nature of liberty is one of most enduring aspects of the eighteenth century. How can two thinkers who seem to cherish liberty and a free society have such different views of liberty?

Montesquieu discusses small size as an important factor in the success of states, which is akin to Rousseau’s suggestion of Voivodeship to Poland’s government.

This work delves into the concept of inequality in society and its origins. Rousseau explores how civilization has led to the corruption of human nature.