The Confessions of Jean Jacques Rousseau — Volume 05 by Jean-Jacques Rousseau

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Author Rousseau, Jean-Jacques, 1712-1778
Title The Confessions of Jean Jacques Rousseau — Volume 05
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Summary "The Confessions of Jean-Jacques Rousseau — Volume 05" by Jean-Jacques Rousseau is a personal memoir written in the early 18th century. In this volume, Rousseau recounts his life experiences, particularly highlighting his romantic and philosophical development during his time in Chambery. The narrative focuses on his relationship with the enigmatic Madame de Warrens, his evolving character, and the formative events that shaped his outlook on love and life. The opening of this volume reveals Rousseau's arrival in Chambery at the age of nearly twenty-one, where he starts a job registering land for the king. He describes his living conditions and introduces Madame de Warrens, with whom he shares a profound yet complex bond. The narrative delves into his observations of various relationships surrounding her, including that of Claude Anet, a loyal servant who tragically takes his own life, revealing the depth of emotional and social dynamics at play. Throughout this introductory portion, Rousseau reflects on his internal struggles, personal growth, and the blissful yet tumultuous affection he experiences in this period of his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Rousseau, Jean-Jacques, 1712-1778
Subject Authors, French -- 18th century -- Biography
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EBook-No. 3905
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Most Recently Updated Jan 9, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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