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The Correspondence between Princess Elisabeth of Bohemia and Ren Descartes (The Other Voice in Early Modern Europe),Used
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Between the years 1643 and 1649, Princess Elisabeth of Bohemia (161880) and Ren Descartes (15961650) exchanged fiftyeight lettersthirtytwo from Descartes and twentysix from Elisabeth. Their correspondence contains the only known extant philosophical writings by Elisabeth, revealing her mastery of metaphysics, analytic geometry, and moral philosophy, as well as her keen interest in natural philosophy. The letters are essential reading for anyone interested in Descartess philosophy, in particular his account of the human being as a union of mind and body, as well as his ethics. They also provide a unique insight into the character of their authors and the way ideas develop through intellectual collaboration.Philosophers have long been familiar with Descartess side of the correspondence. Now Elisabeths lettersnever before available in translation in their entiretyemerge this volume, adding muchneeded context and depth both to Descartess ideas and the legacy of the princess. Lisa Shapiros annotated editionwhich also includes Elisabeths correspondence with the Quakers William Penn and Robert Barclaywill be heralded by students of philosophy, feminist theorists, and historians of the early modern period.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the correspondence between Princess Elisabeth of Bohemia and René Descartes? A: The correspondence primarily focuses on philosophical discussions, revealing Princess Elisabeth's mastery of metaphysics, moral philosophy, and her insights into Descartes's ideas about the human mind-body union.
- Q: How many letters are included in this collection? A: This volume contains fifty-eight letters exchanged between Princess Elisabeth and René Descartes, with thirty-two letters from Descartes and twenty-six from Elisabeth.
- Q: Is this the first time Elisabeth's letters have been translated? A: Yes, this edition offers the first complete translation of Elisabeth's letters, providing new context and depth to her philosophical contributions.
- Q: Who is the editor of this edition? A: The annotated edition is edited by Lisa Shapiro, who also includes Elisabeth's correspondence with Quakers William Penn and Robert Barclay.
- Q: What kind of insights can readers gain from this correspondence? A: Readers can gain insights into the character of both Descartes and Elisabeth, as well as the nature of their intellectual collaboration and the development of philosophical ideas.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 1, 2007.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 280 pages.
- Q: Who is the intended audience for this book? A: The book is intended for students of philosophy, feminist theorists, and historians interested in the early modern period.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New' condition.