John G. Cottingham
Descartes Dictionary (Blackwell Philosopher Dictionaries)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780631185383
- author:
- John G. Cottingham
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Wiley & Sons
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1993
- Pages:
- 200
- Dimensions:
- 15.4 x 1.1 x 22.8 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Philosophy, History, John G. Cottingham,Descartes Dictionary (Blackwell Philosopher Dictionaries),John Wiley & Sons,0631185380,History & Surveys - General,Descartes, Rene - Dictionaries,1596-1650,Descartes, Ren+óe,,Dic
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Descartes Dictionary is a comprehensive guide to the philosophical system of Rene Descartes. This alphabetized dictionary presents an in-depth exploration of Cartesian thought, covering key concepts and ideas in areas such as cosmology, physics, theology, psychology, and ethics.
John Cottingham's work provides a detailed examination of Descartes' ideas, placing them within the context of 17th-century intellectual climate and subsequent interpretation. The book is designed to be accessible to newcomers to Descartes, while also offering advanced readers precise textual references and critical commentary.
For those interested in understanding Descartes' life and works, the dictionary includes a general introduction, as well as a bibliographic guide to the Cartesian texts and interpretative literature. This dictionary is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to engage with Descartes' philosophical system.
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