The author examines Jean-Jacques Rousseau's political thought from the angle of classical republicanism. To offer an account of Rousseau's republicanism she explores his idea of the citizen and civic virtues. In addition, eighteenth-century conceptions of luxury and Rousseau's ideas of the patriot and liberty are discussed. Rousseau's republicanism is here considered to stem from his Genevan legacy and his ideas are seen as a critical response to the contemporary ascendancy of the Mandevillean idea of man, which emphasized ...
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The author examines Jean-Jacques Rousseau's political thought from the angle of classical republicanism. To offer an account of Rousseau's republicanism she explores his idea of the citizen and civic virtues. In addition, eighteenth-century conceptions of luxury and Rousseau's ideas of the patriot and liberty are discussed. Rousseau's republicanism is here considered to stem from his Genevan legacy and his ideas are seen as a critical response to the contemporary ascendancy of the Mandevillean idea of man, which emphasized the values and virtues attached to commerce.
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Peter Lang Gmbh, Internationaler Verlag Der Wissenschaften
Published:
2001
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18090697340
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 218 p. Europäische Studien Zur Ideen- Und Wissenschaftsgeschichte / European Studies In The History Of Scie, 10.
Publisher:
Peter Lang Gmbh, Internationaler Verlag Der Wissenschaften
Published:
2001
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17467085519
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Good. Used, cover has light scratches, outer edges have minor scuffs, book content is in very good readable condition. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 218 p. Europäische Studien Zur Ideen- Und Wissenschaftsgeschichte / European Studies In The History Of Scie, 10.
Publisher:
Peter Lang Gmbh, Internationaler Verlag Der Wissenschaften
Published:
2001
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17913853371
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 218 p. Europäische Studien Zur Ideen- Und Wissenschaftsgeschichte / European Studies In The History Of Scie, 10.