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Meditations on First Philosophy

Summary:

The book presents Descartes' philosophical exploration of fundamental questions regarding existence, knowledge, and the nature of reality. It introduces his famous dictum "Cogito, ergo sum" (I think, therefore I am) and lays the groundwork for modern philosophy with his methodical doubt and arguments for the existence of God and the immortality of the soul.

Key points:

1. Methodic Doubt: Descartes doubts everything to find absolute certainty.

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