Rousseau and feminism : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

This assessment of Rousseau and feminism will consist of four major points. First, Rousseau's portrayal of women in the state of nature and in the political community will be discussed. Second, whether these roles are joined or disjoined will be examined. Third, the freedom of men in the political community in comparison to women will be explored. Fourth, whether Rousseau attributes gender roles to nature will be discussed. Finally, I will offer my opinion of the role assigned to women in the political community by Rousseau.