Confessions, volumes 3 and 4 offer readers a deeper glimpse into the mind of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, one of the most influential philosophers of the Enlightenment period. In these volumes, Rousseau continues his candid and introspective reflection on his life, relationships, and beliefs, providing a fascinating insight into the complexities of his character.

Rousseau's writing is both eloquent and raw, as he delves into his personal struggles, triumphs, and regrets. His introspective nature forces readers to confront their own sense of self and humanity, making this a thought-provoking read.

Overall, Confessions, volumes 3 and 4 serve as a captivating exploration of Rousseau's inner turmoil and philosophical musings, making it a must-read for those interested in psychology, philosophy, or the history of ideas.

Book Description:
“The smallest, the most trifling pleasure that is conveniently within my reach, tempts me more than all the joys of paradise.”

Here again is the youthful, hero-worshipping Jean-Jacques – displaying an emotional immaturity that leads him into picaresque escapades in the company of transients and misfits, always ending in reunion with mother-surrogate Madame de Warens.

In a literally unprecedented gesture of self-revelation, Rousseau opens Volume 3 exposing himself indecently in dark alleyways. This 1903 edition fails to appreciate the humorous strangeness of the passage and removes it to protect the reader.