A Beginner's Guide to Descartes' Meditations

A concise and readable guide to Descartes's Meditations geared toward beginner philosophy students (at A-level, or on undergraduate degree courses) and general readers.

Offers clear explanations of the central themes and ideas, terminology, and arguments in the MeditationsFeatures in-depth discussion of Descartes' correspondence with his contemporariesIllustrates arguments and ideas with useful tables, diagrams, and imagesIncludes a glossary of difficult terms as well as helpful biographical and historical informationIncludes references to further readings, films, and literature that contain similar philosophical themesWill form part of a series of Guides designed specifically for A-level philosophy students by an experienced teacher and founder of the popular website Philosophy Online