Jean-Jacques Rousseau

Swiss philosopher (1712�1778), known for social contract theory.

Key Contributions:

• Developed social contract.
• Contributed to political philosophy.
• Influenced Romanticism.

Interacting Concepts & Works:

• The Social Contract (core text)
• Locke (contract influence)
• Paine (later influence)
• Politics (general will)

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