A Discourse on Inequality (Penguin Classics)
by Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Maurice Cranston
In A Discourse on Inequality, Jean-Jacques Rousseau analyzes the roots of social disparities, contrasting the natural equality of early humans with the inequalities fostered by society and institutions. This influential essay, translated by Maurice Cranston, challenges readers to reflect on the moral and political implications of inequality in civilized life.
About This Book
A Discourse on Inequality is a seminal work by Jean-Jacques Rousseau, examining the natural state of humanity and the emergence of disparities among people.
Translated by Maurice Cranston, this edition presents Rousseau's arguments on how societal structures contribute to inequality.
The text delves into philosophical questions about human nature, freedom, and the impact of civilization on equality.
As part of the Penguin Classics series, it provides an accessible entry into Enlightenment-era ideas on social justice.
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