The Philosopher, the Priest, and the Painter: A Portrait of Descartes Paperback - 2015
by Steven Nadler
From the rear cover
"The famous painting of Descartes by Frans Hals that hangs in the Louvre is, in fact, not by Frans Hals. And a similar things-are-not-what-they-seem quality applies to this clever little book. For behind the telling of the story of a clutch of paintings and a group of friends in the seventeenth century, Nadler gives us a brisk and lively account of Descartes' philosophy, which, more than any other, would become the foundation of modernity."--Russell Shorto, author of Descartes' Bones
"This lucid and readable book serves as a biography, an exposition of philosophy, and a rich tapestry of Dutch history and culture."--Larry Silver, University of Pennsylvania
"The Philosopher, the Priest, and the Painter is an excellent introduction for general readers to Descartes and his thought. Nadler brings the story and ideas to life."--Daniel Garber, Princeton University
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- Title The Philosopher, the Priest, and the Painter: A Portrait of Descartes
- Author Steven Nadler
- Binding Paperback
- Edition Paperback
- Pages 248
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Princeton University Press
- Date 2015
- Illustrated Yes
- ISBN 9780691165752 / 0691165750
- Weight 0.7 lbs (0.32 kg)
- Dimensions 8.1 x 5.4 x 0.6 in (20.57 x 13.72 x 1.52 cm)
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Themes
- Chronological Period: Modern
- Interdisciplinary Studies: Renaissance Studies
- Dewey Decimal Code 194
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