Meditations on First Philosophy & Other Metaphysical Writings (Arcturus Ornate Classics)

Presenting Jean-Jacques Rousseau's classic philosophical work, Meditations on First Philosophy, this elegant collector's edition features gold cover embossing and gilded page-edges. One of Descartes's best-known and most influential philosophical texts, the Meditations on First Philosophy, offers his metaphysical views on the relationship between the mind and thought, the nature of reality, and the impact of accumulated knowledge and experiences. Originally published in 1641, the work consists of six meditations on topics such as the dubiousness of thoughts and assumptions, the nature of the human mind, the existence of God, truth versus falsehood, the essence of material things, and the distinction between mind and body. This essential and illuminating read is a must for anyone interested in philosophy.

This pocket-sized gift edition contains the classic and unabridged text, presented with a gold embossed cover design, ivory pages, beautifully designed endpapers, and gold gilded page edges. Part of the Arcturus Ornate Classics series, this book is a perfect gift for any philosophy lover. Arcturus Ornate Classics are beautifully bound editions of iconic literary works throughout history. These compact, foil-embossed hardbacks are printed using deluxe ivory paper and make the ideal gift.

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