Descartes (Philosophical classics for English readers)

Descartes by John Pentland Mahaffy is a comprehensive biography of the famous French philosopher, Ren����� Descartes. The book explores Descartes' life, work, and ideas in detail, providing readers with a deep understanding of his contributions to philosophy and science. Mahaffy delves into Descartes' early life and education, his travels throughout Europe, and his interactions with other important figures of the time, such as Queen Christina of Sweden. The book also examines Descartes' most famous works, including his Meditations on First Philosophy and Discourse on the Method, and analyzes his theories on knowledge, mind-body dualism, and the nature of reality. Throughout the book, Mahaffy provides a balanced perspective on Descartes' life and work, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses as a thinker. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and the life of one of its most influential figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.