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René Descartes

Meditations on First Philosophy

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1641

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René Descartes' Meditations on First Philosophy earns acclaim for its rigorous approach to foundational philosophical questions, particularly the nature of existence and the certainty of knowledge. While praised for its depth and influence on modern philosophy, some readers find its dense prose and complex arguments challenging. It remains essential reading for philosophy enthusiasts.

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Who Should Read Meditations on First Philosophy?

A reader who enjoys Meditations on First Philosophy by René Descartes is likely an individual keen on exploring foundational questions in metaphysics and epistemology. Comparable to those who appreciate the intellectual rigor found in Plato's Republic or Kant's Critique of Pure Reason.

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18+years

Book Details

Topics
Philosophy
Religion / Spirituality
Education
Period
Age of Enlightenment
Themes
Values/Ideas: Fate
Values/Ideas: Order & Chaos
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Genre
Education
French Literature
Philosophy