Community college mathematics department offers this overview of the life of mathematician and philosopher Rene Descartes.

Biography of this 17th century French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist. Principal events are included, and a short bibliography.

Biography of the French thinker goes to some length to discuss his "Meditations," "Discourse On the Method," and other aspects of his philosophy.

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Quick explanation of the life and philosophy of Rene Descartes details his view of God as being like the human mind, having thought without body.

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