Descartes’s Dualism

In "Descartes’s Dualism," Marleen Rozemond delves into the intricate philosophy of René Descartes, exploring his ambition to establish a metaphysics that harmonizes with mechanistic science while challenging scholastic traditions. Published by Harvard University Press in 2002, this insightful work spans 304 pages and offers a thorough examination of the nuances between Descartes's ideas and those of the scholastics. Rozemond's analysis highlights the distinctions and parallels that shaped Descartes’s arguments for the incorporeity of the mind alongside his mechanistic view of the body. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the philosophy of mind, metaphysics, and the evolution of Western thought. Discover how Descartes's dualism continues to influence contemporary discussions in philosophy.