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Rules for the Direction of the Mind

René Descartes
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Rules for the Direction of the Mind

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1961

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René Descartes

Rules for the Direction of the Mind

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1961
Book Details
Pages

108

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

French Literature

Philosophy
Topic
Philosophy

Education

Psychology
Publication Year

1961

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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In Rules for the Direction of the Mind, René Descartes outlines a methodical approach to scientific and philosophical inquiry. He emphasizes disciplined reasoning and systematic doubt to achieve clear and distinct understanding. Descartes advocates for breaking complex problems into simpler parts, prioritizing procedural clarity to guide individuals toward the truth.

Informative

Contemplative

Challenging

Book Details
Pages

108

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

French Literature

Philosophy
Topic
Philosophy

Education

Psychology
Publication Year

1961

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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