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Explore the history of one of the most significant ideas in political thought. The General Will: The Evolution of a Concept provides a deep look into how a concept born from theological debates transformed into a central element of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's political theory. This collection tracks the trajectory of the general will from its early origins through the French Revolution to its status in modern times. Edited by James Farr and David Lay Williams, this volume brings together a unique set of essays for the first time. Readers will examine how this idea has been both celebrated and criticized across generations. This book is an essential resource for those studying political philosophy and the historical development of social science concepts.

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This book from Cambridge University Press tracks the evolving history of the general will from its origins to recent times.

James Farr and David Lay Williams have collected a unique set of essays for the first time in this volume.

The text examines the transition of the general will from theological debates to a central part of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's political theory.

Readers can study the impact of the general will during the French Revolution and its subsequent reception through different generations.

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Release Date
16 February 2015
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18 June 2014

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