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The Princess And The Philosopher: Letters Of Elisabeth Of The Palatine To Rene Descartes,New
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For A Number Of Years, Those Interested In Recovering Women'S Thought Have Known About Princess Elisabeth, A Seventeenthcentury Correspondent And Friend Of Descartes Whose Questions Provoked The Philosopher To Think More Seriously About Ethics And The Passions. Up To Now, Only A Few Of Her Letters Have Found Their Way Into Print. This Volume Includes Translations Of All Of Elisabeth'S Extant Letters To Descartes, As Well As Of Other Materials Relevant To Understanding Her Philosophical Perspective And Her Life. Nye Has Supplemented The Translations With A Running Commentary On The Historical, Biographical, And Intellectual Context Of The Letters. The Letters Were During A Tumultuous Time In European History. A Devastating Thirty Years War Had Ruined Elisabeth'S Family And Devastated Their Principality, The Palatine. On His Part, Descartes Was Increasingly Embroiled In Bitter Controversies Surrounding His Work In Relatively Freethinking Holland. In Her Commentary Nye Shows How Personal Experiences Energized His And Elisabeth'S Different Views Of The Relation Between Mind And Body, The Existence Of God, And The Nature Of Morality. What Nye Evokes, Along With The Thinking Of An Extraordinary Woman, Is An Alternative Model For Philosophy, A Nonadversarial Form Of Dialogue That Does Not Pretend To Objective Theorizing. Such A Philosophy Depends On Mutual Respect And Trust, On Concern For The Other'S Sensibilities And Views, On Friendship Between Women And Men With A Common Concern For Human Life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Princess and the Philosopher'? A: The book focuses on the correspondence between Princess Elisabeth of the Palatine and philosopher René Descartes, exploring Elisabeth's philosophical inquiries and the context of their discussions on ethics, the passions, and the relationship between mind and body.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Princess and the Philosopher' is Andrea Nye, who provides translations of Elisabeth's letters and a commentary on their historical and intellectual significance.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 202 pages, offering a comprehensive collection of letters and commentary.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in philosophy? A: Yes, this book is suitable for readers interested in philosophy, especially those keen on women's contributions to philosophical discourse and the historical context of the seventeenth century.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in excellent condition and suitable for readers looking for a quality addition to their collection.
- Q: When was 'The Princess and the Philosopher' published? A: The book was published on April 15, 1999, providing a historical perspective on the correspondence between Elisabeth and Descartes.
- Q: What unique perspective does the book offer? A: The book offers a unique perspective by highlighting Elisabeth's philosophical insights and her alternative model of philosophy based on dialogue, mutual respect, and trust.
- Q: Are there any supplementary materials included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes translations of all of Elisabeth's extant letters to Descartes, along with additional materials that help readers understand her philosophical perspective.
- Q: Can this book be a good resource for academic studies? A: Absolutely, 'The Princess and the Philosopher' serves as a valuable resource for academic studies, particularly in philosophy, women's history, and 17th-century European intellectual history.