A Discourse On The Method Of Rightly Conducting The Reason And Seeking Truth In The Sciences (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161428612)

""A Discourse On The Method Of Rightly Conducting The Reason And Seeking Truth In The Sciences"" is a philosophical treatise written by the famous French philosopher and mathematician, Rene Descartes. First published in 1637, it is considered one of the most influential works in the history of philosophy. The book is divided into six parts, each discussing different aspects of Descartes' method of reasoning and seeking truth. In the first part, Descartes explains his method of doubt, where he questions everything he knows and believes to be true. The second part discusses the importance of breaking down complex problems into smaller, more manageable parts. The third part deals with the importance of clear and distinct ideas, which are necessary for arriving at true knowledge. In the fourth part, Descartes applies his method to the study of mathematics, which he believes is the most certain of all sciences. He also introduces the concept of analytic geometry, which uses algebraic equations to describe geometric shapes. The fifth part discusses the nature of the human mind and how it can arrive at knowledge through reason alone. Descartes argues that the mind is separate from the body and that it can exist independently of it. Finally, in the sixth part, Descartes applies his method to the study of physics and the natural world. He argues that all natural phenomena can be explained through the laws of physics and that the universe operates according to a set of mechanical principles. Overall, ""A Discourse On The Method Of Rightly Conducting The Reason And Seeking Truth In The Sciences"" is a seminal work in the history of philosophy, science, and mathematics. It introduced new methods of reasoning and inquiry that have had a lasting impact on Western thought.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.

Author: Rene Descartes
ISBN-10: 1161428615
ISBN-13: 9781161428612
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d