Principes Du Droit Politique

<p><i>Principes du droit politique</i> first published in 1762 is Jean-Jacques Rousseau's most important work and one of the most influential studies in political philosophy. Also known as <i>The Social Contract</i> this treatise explores the relationship of man to society the nature of sovereignty and the concept of the general will. Rousseau posits that legitimate political power derives from a social contract agreed upon by all citizens for their mutual preservation and benefit. </p> <p>Rousseau's concept of the 'general will'-the collective will of the citizenry-is central to his philosophy. He argues that laws should reflect this general will to ensure justice and liberty. <i>Principes du droit politique</i> has had a profound impact on political thought and continues to inspire debates about democracy individual rights and the foundations of political legitimacy. This edition allows readers to engage with Rousseau's powerful ideas in their original French.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>