The Confessions of Jean Jacques Rousseau — Volume 12

"The Confessions of Jean Jacques Rousseau — Volume 12" by Jean-Jacques Rousseau is like the final chapter of someone's real-life story, written as it occurred during the early 1800s. In it, Rousseau looks back at tough times in his world, how people treated him badly, and the messy relationships he dealt with. He starts off feeling really down, like he's been stuck in a dark place for years, feeling ashamed because so many people seem to hate him, especially because of things he wrote. He remembers important people, like his friend Roguin, plus the issues that came up when he thought about going back to Geneva, where people were judging him. Touching on female friendships, like the one with Theresa, he shows how love and support can change and sometimes turn sad when everyone around him is being so harsh. The story blends personal experiences with Rousseau giving his opinions on society, setting the stage for even more mixed-up feelings and deep thoughts.