Meditations on First Philosophy
by René Descartes, Donald A. Cress
Meditations on First Philosophy by René Descartes, Donald A. Cress holds a well received rating of 3.69 out of 5, based on 14.8K reader ratings. First published in 1641. The book spans 59 pages.
About Meditations on First Philosophy
Descartes's Meditations on First Philosophy, the fundamental and originating work of the modern era in Western philosophy, is presented here in Donald Cress's completely revised edition of his well-established translation, bringing this version even closer to Descartes's original, while maintaining its clear and accessible style.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | René Descartes, Donald A. Cress |
| Published | 1641 |
| Pages | 59 |
| Genres | Philosophy, Non-Fiction, Classics, Religion & Spirituality |
| Average Rating | 3.69 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 14,811 |
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Meditations on First Philosophy is categorized as Philosophy, Non-Fiction, Classics, Religion & Spirituality. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
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Based on 14.8K reader ratings, Meditations on First Philosophy has an average score of 3.69 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Meditations on First Philosophy?
Meditations on First Philosophy has 59 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Meditations on First Philosophy?
Meditations on First Philosophy was written by René Descartes, Donald A. Cress. It was first published in 1641.
What is the ISBN for Meditations on First Philosophy?
The ISBN-13 for Meditations on First Philosophy is 9780872201930.0.
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