Here are some of his most famous works:
* The Social Contract (1762): A treatise on political philosophy arguing that government should be based on the consent of the governed.
* Émile, or On Education (1762): A novel advocating for a natural education that emphasizes experiential learning and freedom from societal constraints.
* Confessions (1782): An autobiography that is considered groundbreaking for its honesty and self-reflection.
* Discourse on the Origin and Foundations of Inequality Among Men (1755): An examination of the origins of inequality and the role of society in creating it.
* Discourse on the Sciences and Arts (1750): An essay that argues that progress in the arts and sciences has corrupted human nature.
Rousseau's writings had a profound impact on political thought and influenced many subsequent thinkers.