The Confessions of Jean-Jacques Rousseau

What does Rousseau say about his earliest memories

What does Rousseau say about his earliest memories

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Rousseau remembers vague memories from age 5. He recalls learning to read and write. In 1712, Jean-Jacques is born to his parents in Geneva. He has a rough go of it growing up, having lost his mom and dad to childbirth and prison, respectively. Rousseau grows up in his Uncle Bernard's charge. Although willing to be the boy's guardian and appreciating the companionship for his son -- Bernard Jr., -- Uncle Bernard is unwilling to go out of his way to provide for his nephew.