Rene Descartes: Rene Descartes: A Philosopher's Journey through Reason and Doubt, Volume 1

Rajesh Thakur

Oct 2023 · Prabhat Prakashan

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Rene Descartes was a creative mathematician of the first order. He was a famous French mathematician; scientist and philosopher. He was arguably the first major philosopher in the modern era to make a serious effort to defeat skepticism. His views about knowledge and certainty; as well as his views about the relationship between mind and body; have been very influential over the last three centuries. He has been dubbed the "Father of Modern Philosophy".Rene Descartes was a creative mathematician of the first order. He was a famous French mathematician; scientist and philosopher. He was arguably the first major philosopher in the modern era to make a serious effort to defeat skepticism. His views about knowledge and certainty; as well as his views about the relationship between mind and body; have been very influential over the last three centuries. He has been dubbed the "Father of Modern Philosophy".

Rene Descartes by Rajesh Thakur: "Rene Descartes" offers a biographical account of René Descartes, a French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist known for his contributions to modern philosophy and the development of Cartesian dualism. Rajesh Thakur provides insights into Descartes' life, his philosophical works, and his impact on the Enlightenment era.

Key Aspects of the Book "Rene Descartes":
Philosophical Legacy: Rajesh Thakur delves into René Descartes' influential philosophical ideas, including his famous statement, "I think, therefore I am."
Enlightenment Thinker: The book explores Descartes' role in shaping the intellectual landscape of the Enlightenment period and his contributions to rationalism.
Scientific Pursuits: Readers gain insights into Descartes' work in mathematics and science, including his development of analytical geometry.

Rajesh Thakur is an author known for his biographical writing on historical figures. In "Rene Descartes," he provides a comprehensive account of the life and philosophical achievements of this influential thinker.

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