''Studies in the Cartesian Philosophy'' is a philosophical work written by Norman Kemp Smith in 1902. The book is a detailed exploration of the philosophy of Rene Descartes, a French philosopher who is widely considered to be the father of modern philosophy. The author analyzes Descartes’ philosophical ideas and theories, including his famous concept of ''Cogito, ergo sum'' (I think, therefore I am), which is considered one of the most important philosophical ideas in the history of Western thought. Smith also delves into Descartes’ views on metaphysics, epistemology, and other key areas of philosophy.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Descartes’ philosophy. Smith provides a detailed analysis of Descartes’ arguments and ideas, and also offers his own insights and critiques of the philosopher’s work.Overall, ''Studies in the Cartesian Philosophy'' is a comprehensive and insightful examination of the ideas and theories of one of the most important philosophers in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, particularly those interested in the history of Western thought.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.