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If you liked Discourse on Method and Meditations on First Philosophy, here are the top 2 books to read next:
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Save:A classic that’s dense but rewarding - challenging, influential, and guaranteed to make you think deeply about freedom, society, and political power.
'The Social Contract' by Jean-Jacques Rousseau delves into the nature of human rights, democracy, and political awareness. Rousseau presents a compelling argument on how men can live together with equality and equity if allowed to, drawing from his knowledge of history and human nature. The work discusses various forms of government such as democracy, aristocracy, and monarchy, reflecting the author's views on society and politics during the time leading up to the French Revolution.
If an individual, says Grotius, can alienate his liberty and make himself the slave of a master, why could not a whole people do the same and make itself subject to a king? There are in this passage p...1762•189 pages - #2
Save:A slow-paced but thoughtful classic; "Walden" is best for patient readers seeking inspiration, perspective on living deliberately, and poetic ramblings about nature and society. Not for everyone, but a life-changer for some.
Walden by Henry David Thoreau describes his two years living in a cabin near Walden Pond in Massachusetts. The book is part personal reflection and part philosophical treatise on the value of simplicity and nature. Thoreau discusses the joy found in solitude and the beauty of the natural world. His writing style includes vivid descriptions and detailed observations about his surroundings, often merging practical details with contemplative insight. Through his experiences, Thoreau encourages readers to rethink their relationship with society, materialism, and the essence of a fulfilling life.
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