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Summary
Rousseau's book "The Social Contract" is considered one of the most important works of political philosophy in the modern era. In it, Rousseau outlines his ideas about the nature of society and the role of government in protecting the rights and freedoms of the people. He argues that the primary purpose of government is to serve the common good, and that rulers should be held accountable to the people they govern.
Date
1772
Source
Bibliothèque nationale de France
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public domain