Biography: Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712--1778)

More Information: Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Rousseau
Web site: The Rousseau Association

1		In what ways was Rousseau similar to other philosophes-how was he characteristic of the Enlightenment?
2		What made him distinctive among this crowd of thinkers?
3		What were Rousseau's most important philosophical contributions and to which disciplines?
4		Who were the most important influences on Rousseau's thought?