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This seminal work presents two of René Descartes' most influential philosophical treatises: Discourse on the Method and Meditations on First Philosophy. In Discourse on the Method, Descartes lays out his revolutionary approach to knowledge, famously beginning with "Cogito, ergo sum"—I think, therefore I am—and advocating for a systematic, rational inquiry into truth. Meditations on First Philosophy further develops these ideas, delving into the nature of existence, the mind-body problem, and the existence of God through rigorous introspection and logical argument. Together, these texts offer a foundational exploration of modern philosophy, challenging readers to question their assumptions and embrace the power of reason.
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paperback
Hackett Publishing Company Incorporated
Published Jan 1, 1998
103 pages
ISBN: 9780872204201
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First Published
1998
Language
eng
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