Discourse on Method and Meditations on First Philosophy (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket) - René, Descartes
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Discourse on Method explores the principles of scientific reasoning and philosophy. Meditations on First Philosophy explores fundamental questions about human existence, knowledge, and the nature of reality.

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Discourse on Method explores the principles of scientific reasoning and philosophy. Meditations on First Philosophy explores fundamental questions about human existence, knowledge, and the nature of reality.
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René Descartes (31 March 1596 - 11 February 1650) was born in La Haye en Touraine, France, was a renowned philosopher, mathematician, and scientist. His groundbreaking contributions laid the foundation for modern philosophy and rationalism. Descartes is best known for his statement Cogito, ergo sum (I think, therefore I am), which highlights the inseparable link between consciousness and existence.In addition to his philosophical works, Descartes made significant advancements in mathematics and science. He introduced analytical geometry, a mathematical system that combines algebra and geometry, which had a profound impact on the fields of mathematics and physics. Descartes also conducted experiments and proposed mechanical explanations for various natural phenomena.Descartes' major philosophical works include Meditations on First Philosophy and Discourse on Method, in which he sought to establish a method of inquiry based on reason and skepticism. His ideas challenged traditional beliefs and laid the groundwork for modern philosophical thought.René Descartes' intellectual legacy continues to inspire and shape various disciplines. His emphasis on rationalism, the importance of doubt, and the pursuit of knowledge through rigorous inquiry remain fundamental principles in philosophy, mathematics, and scientific exploration. Descartes passed away on February 11, 1650, in Stockholm, Sweden, but his ideas and contributions continue to influence and shape our understanding of the world.