Freedom and Its Betrayal: 2 – Jean Jacques Rousseau (1952)
Isaiah Berlin
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Rousseau's Uncompromising Stance on Freedom
The chapter explores Rousseau's perspective on freedom as an absolute value, reshaping traditional concepts of liberty and authority. It delves into the essence of man, emphasizing the importance of free choice and moral responsibility. Rousseau vehemently argues against slavery and dehumanization, asserting that freedom is an intrinsic right that defines humanity.
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