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Springer Descartes-Agonistes: Physico-mathematics & Method

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Explore the early scientific career of Rene Descartes with this detailed scholarly work from Springer. Part of the Studies in History and Philosophy of Science series, this book reconstructs how his work in physico-mathematics and analytical mathematics developed alongside his universal method. It traces the progression toward his systematic corpuscular-mechanical natural philosophy. This volume provides a rich synthesis of existing scholarship while offering new interpretations of Descartes' scientific contributions and his own self-conception. It is an essential resource for researchers and students interested in the history of science and the evolution of mathematical and mechanical thought in the 17th century. The text offers a deep look into the intertwined development of his various scientific disciplines, making it a significant addition to any academic library focused on the history and philosophy of science.

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Traces the development of Descartes' work in physico-mathematics and analytical mathematics.

Examines the evolution of his universal method and corpuscular-mechanical natural philosophy.

Provides a rich synthesis of existing scholarship regarding Descartes' scientific work.

Offers novel interpretations of the relationship between Descartes' science and his self-conception.

Part of the respected Studies in History and Philosophy of Science series (Volume 27).

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Amazon UK
Release Date
09 November 2014
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05 November 2014

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