Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer. Many historians claim his influence marked the end of the Age of Reason. His critiques on the inequalities in any society’s laws developed into a call for reform in The Social Contract. Meanwhile, his novel Julie; or, The New Eloise became a best-seller and international hit for its ability to convey and inspire authentic emotions in readers.

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**Think Further Questions
1. What ideas of Rousseau’s do you see reflected in the French Revolution? The American Revolution?
2. What concrete actions can you take to ensure local laws are just?
3. Which of Rousseau’s works do you think is most influential and relevant today? Why?

**Contents
00:00 - Introduction
00:32 - Explanation
01:01 - Jean-Jacques Rousseau
01:26 - The History
04:22 - So What?

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