Few historical myths are more pernicious and popular than that of the “Noble Savage.” Concocted by French philosophers like Jean-Jacques Rousseau in the late 18th century, the Noble Savage was seen as a better kind of human being since he was closer to nature and untainted by the corruptive influence of civilization. In his primitive state, he never learned to deceive, own property…
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