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From "A Vindication of the Rights of Woman: With Strictures on Political and Moral Subjects" by Wollstonecraft, Mary
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Philosopher and author whose views on female education Wollstonecraft critiques.
Core Belief
"Rousseau believes that women should be educated to be pleasing companions to men and to fulfill their domestic roles. He emphasizes the importance of obedience, modesty, and physical beauty."
Worldview
Rousseau sees the world as inherently corrupt and believes that civilization has corrupted human nature. He idealizes a simpler, more natural way of life but struggles to reconcile his ideals with the realities of society.
Personality
Eloquent and passionate, but often inconsistent and contradictory. He values virtue and liberty but holds traditional views on women's roles.
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