Rules for the Direction of the Mind

"Rules for the Direction of the Mind" is a seminal philosophical work by the renowned French philosopher and mathematician René Descartes. Written in 1628 but not published until after his death, this treatise outlines Descartes' method for acquiring knowledge and achieving certainty in philosophical inquiry. In "Rules for the Direction of the Mind," Descartes lays out a set of principles and guidelines for proper reasoning and intellectual investigation. He emphasizes the importance of doubt as a tool for discovering truth, advocates for the systematic organization of knowledge, and sets forth rules for avoiding error and achieving clarity of thought. Through meticulous analysis and logical reasoning, Descartes' work offers readers a framework for rigorous intellectual inquiry that would become foundational to the development of modern philosophy and science.

Product Details:

• ISBN: 101472614X
• EAN: 9781014726148
• Publisher: Hassell Street Press
• Binding: Paperback
• Pub Date: September 09, 2021
• Physical Info: 0.61 cms H x 23.39 cms L x 15.6 cms W (0.17 kgs), 116 pages