An Essay on the Metaphysics of Descartes (Routledge Library Editions: Rene Descartes Book 4)

Originally published in 1940, this book provides a thorough discussion of René Descartes philosophy of metaphysics, examining the three major points of the mind and body, freedom of the will and religion and science. Specific chapters are devoted to the Cartesian theory and the Meditations, in particular the Sixth. Cover -- Half Title -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Original Title Page -- Original Copyright Page -- Table of Contents -- I Descartes' Metaphysical Writings -- II Descartes' Attitude to Metaphysics -- III The Structure of the Metaphysic -- IV The Cartesian Circle -- V Cogito Ergo Sum -- VI The Nature of the Self -- VII Descartes' Definitions of Substance -- VIII The Idea of a Thinking Substance -- IX The First Proof of God's Existence -- X The Sixth Meditation -- XI Concluding Remarks -- Notes -- Index