The Philosophical Works of Descartes

René Descartes' philosophical works focus on understanding how we know what we know and establishing a firm foundation for science and thought. He famously began by questioning everything, leading to the idea “I think, therefore I am,” which confirms our existence as thinking beings. Descartes explored the nature of reality, distinguishing between mind and matter, and emphasized reasoning and doubt as tools to uncover truth. His work laid the groundwork for modern philosophy and scientific method, advocating careful analysis and skepticism to build reliable knowledge about ourselves and the universe.