A Beginner's Guide to Descartes's 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 Meditations
  
• Features in-depth discussion of Descartes’ correspondence with his contemporaries
  
• Illustrates arguments and ideas with useful tables, diagrams, and images
  
• Includes a glossary of difficult terms as well as helpful biographical and historical information
  
• Includes references to further readings, films, and literature that contain similar philosophical themes
  
• Will 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