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The Reveries of the Solitary Walker

By Jean-Jacques Rousseau
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The Reveries of the Solitary Walker is a reflective work by Jean-Jacques Rousseau, blending autobiography with philosophical musings. Through a series of ten walks, Rousseau delves into his inner thoughts, exploring themes of nature, personal freedom, and solitude. The book offers insight into his life, portraying both his sense of alienation and his reconciliation with the world around him.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy reflective and philosophical insights into the human condition, presented through the author's meditative walks and observations. Rousseau's introspective musings offer a unique blend of personal memoir and philosophical exploration, making it a captivating read for those interested in understanding self-awareness and solitude.

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The Reveries of the Solitary Walker

An exploration of the soul in the form of a final meditation on self-understanding and isolation.

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First published posthumously in 1782 from an unfinished manuscript, The Reveries of the Solitary Walker continues Rousseau's exploration of the soul in the form of a final meditation on self-understanding and isolation.

This accurate and graceful translation by Charles Butterworth—the only English version based on Rousseau's original text—is accompanied by an interpretive essay, extensive notes, and a comprehensive index.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780872201620

Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 September 1992

Country: United States

Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Translated by Charles E. Butterworth

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 280

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Biography & Memoir General Fiction Jean-Jacques Rousseau Literary Fiction Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism

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