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Meditations on First Philosophy
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Meditations on First Philosophy

by Rene Descartes

Recommended by Mark Manson

Recommended by Mark Manson

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Recommended by 1 source and appears in Metaphysics, Modern Philosophy, and Epistemology.

Meditations on First Philosophy by Rene Descartes is widely considered to be one of the top philosophical books of all time. For many, Meditations on First Philosophy is required reading for various courses and curriculums. And for others who simply enjoy reading timeless pieces of classic philosophical literature, this gem by Rene Descartes is hig...

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Recommended by 1 source and appears in Metaphysics, Modern Philosophy, and Epistemology.

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