A Discourse On Political Economy

A Discourse On Political Economy is a philosophical treatise written by the famous French philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau in 1755. It is a critical analysis of the economic and political systems of his time, and a proposal for a new, more equitable and just social order. In this book, Rousseau argues that the existing economic and political systems are based on inequality, exploitation and oppression, and that they need to be reformed in order to promote the common good and the well-being of all members of society. He proposes a new social contract that emphasizes the importance of public welfare over individual interests, and advocates for a more democratic and participatory political system. The book is divided into four parts, each of which explores a different aspect of political economy, including the nature of property, the role of government, the relationship between economy and society, and the principles of taxation. It is a seminal work in the history of political philosophy and remains relevant to contemporary debates about economic and social justice.If our politicians were less blinded by their ambition, they would see how impossible it is for any establishment whatever to act in the spirit of its institution, unless it is guided in accordance with the law of duty; they would feel that the greatest support of public authority lies in the hearts of the citizens, and that nothing can take the place of morality in the maintenance of government.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.