Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Rene Descartes (1596 1650)
This site presents a biography on philosopher Rene Descartes and provides an overview of Descartes' philosophical thought following the order of his most famous and widely-studied book, "The Meditations on First Philosophy."
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Science World: Descartes, Rene (1596 1650)
This biographical site on Descartes explains some of the French scientific philosopher Decartes' beliefs and findings. This site has links to other famous mathematicians who influenced him as well.
Robert H. Sarkissian
Island of Freedom: Rene Descartes
Good overview of the life and philosophy of Descartes. Notes his impressive achievements in geometry, physiology, and natural science in addition to his important works in philosophical method and metaphysics. Credits Descartes as the...
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Cogito Ergo Sum: Introduction to Descartes
"I think, therefore I am." Wise words delivered from the French philosopher. Review the slideshow to get to know the contributions of this introduction of Rene Descartes.
Trinity College Dublin
Trinity College: Rene Descartes (1596 1650)
Events of Rene Descartes' life are presented in a timeline form. The biographical information is taken from "A Short Account of the History of Mathematics" by W. W. Rouse Ball (4th Edition, 1908).
Other
Wichita State University: Rene Descartes 1596 1650
This site contains biographical information on Rene Descartes. Discusses his achievements in mathematics and philosophy.
Oregon State University
Oregon State University: Rene Descartes
General biography centered on biographical information, including Descartes' works, writings, career, and influences. Content also includes a time-line of his life.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Rene Descartes
This site from the University of St Andrews gives a factual biography of Rene Descartes. Many interesting links are provided.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Rene Descartes: Facts, Achievements, Contributions
Presents biographical information about Rene Descartes (1596-1650), his career, personal life, written works, and his legacy. Covers contributions to philosophy, mathematics, and science.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists:rene Descartes
Learn about the life and contributions of Rene Descartes in this article.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Quotations by Descartes
This site, which is provided for by the University of St Andrews, contains 14 quotes by Rene Descartes. The information, while limited, is factual and worth checking out on the subject.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Cartesian Oval
This University of St. Andrews page offers an illustration and equation for the Cartesian Ovals, sometimes called the "Ovals of Descartes" for their discoverer, Rene Descartes.
Other
Personal Site: Descartes Home Page
This personal site contains Descartes Home Page. Personal information, resume, and hobbies/interests of Rene Descartes are listed here.
Math Planet
Math Planet: Algebra 2: Polynomial Functions: Descartes' Rule of Sign
Provides detailed information about Descartes' rule of sign through the use of examples.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Folium of Descartes
This University of St. Andrews page offers an illustration and equations of the Folium of Descartes, a mathematical curve.