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Descartes: The Life of Rene Descartes and Its Place in His Times
Descartes The Life of Rene Descartes and Its Place in His Times
Author: A. C. Grayling
Scientist, mathematician, traveller, soldier -- and spy -- René Descartes has been called the 'father of modern philosophy'. Born in 1596 into an era still dominated by the medieval mindset, he was one of the chief actors in the riveting drama that ushered in the modern world.His life coincided with an extraordinarily significant time in history...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780743231473
ISBN-10: 0743231473
Pages: 352
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Publisher: Free Press
Book Type: Hardcover
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