The Confessions of Rousseau: Volume I. - Books L-W

In this groundbreaking work of autobiography, the French philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau recounts his early life and his struggles to find meaning and purpose in a turbulent and rapidly changing world. From his childhood in Geneva to his arrival in Paris as a young man, Rousseau offers a vivid and often searing portrait of his own experiences, as well as a window onto the social and cultural history of Europe during the 18th century. With its combination of political philosophy, personal revelation, and literary artistry, this book remains an enduring masterpiece of world literature.