The philosopher, who opened the way to Romanticism with his beliefs about the goodness of human nature was Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Born in Geneva, he was also a writer and composer. In addition, his philosophy contributed to the expansion of the Enlightenment in Europe and to the aspects of the French Revolution, to the development of modern political, economic and educational thoughts. His sentimental novel <em>Julie</em> is one of the novels that were important for the development of Romanticism.
The code of hammurabi is such an important factor in the development of empires because everyone in the empire could see the laws. The said law were being displayed throughout the empire for all to see. Hope this answers the question.