Descartes, Spinoza and the New Philosophy

By James Iverach

Book Overview

""Descartes, Spinoza And The New Philosophy"" by James Iverach is a comprehensive exploration of the philosophical ideas of two of the most influential thinkers of the 17th century, Ren����� Descartes and Baruch Spinoza. The book delves into their respective works and analyzes their contributions to the development of modern philosophy. The author begins by providing a historical context for the emergence of the new philosophy, which was characterized by a shift away from the traditional Aristotelian worldview towards a more rational and empirical approach to knowledge. He then examines the philosophical systems of Descartes and Spinoza, focusing on their metaphysical, epistemological, and ethical theories. Throughout the book, Iverach highlights the similarities and differences between the two philosophers, and provides a critical evaluation of their ideas. He also explores the influence of their work on subsequent philosophical movements, such as rationalism, empiricism, and existentialism. Overall, ""Descartes, Spinoza And The New Philosophy"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and the development of modern thought. It offers a clear and accessible introduction to the ideas of two of the most important philosophers in the Western intellectual tradition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425497225
• ISBN13: 9781425497224
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"