The Philosophical Writings of Descartes: Volume 2

Description

These two volumes provide a translation of the philosophical works of Descartes, based on the best available Latin and French texts. They are intended to replace the only reasonably comprehensive selection of his works in English, by Haldane and Ross, first published in 1911. All the works included in that edition are translated here, together with a number of additional texts crucial for an understanding of Cartesian philosophy, including important material from Descartes' scientific writings. The result should meet the widespread demand for an accurate and authoritative edition of Descartes' philosophical writings in clear and readable modern English. Cover Title Page Copyright CONTENTS General Introduction Chronological table of Descartes' life and works Meditations on First Philosophy Translator's preface Dedicatory letter to the Sorbonne Preface to the reader Synopsis of the following six Meditations First Meditation Second Meditation Third Meditation Fourth Meditation Fifth Meditation Sixth Meditation Objections and Replies Translator's preface First Set of Objections Author's Replies to the First Set of Objections Second Set of Objections Author's Replies to the Second Set of Objections Third Set of Objections with the Author's Replies Fourth Set of Objections Author's Replies to the Fourth Set of Objections Fifth Set of Objections Author's Replies to the Fifth Set of Objections Appendix to the Fifth Set of Objections and Replies Sixth Set of Objections Author's Replies to the Sixth Set of Objections Seventh Set of Objections with the Author's Replies Letter to Father Dinet The Search for Truth Translators' preface The Search for Truth by means of the Natural Light Index