Desire and Affect

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Focusing on Spinoza's rational psychology, this collection features essays from prominent scholars analyzing Book III of his Ethics. It delves into the intricate themes of desire and affect, exploring Spinoza's views on emotions and their connection to the theory of conatus. The volume also examines the broader implications of Spinoza's philosophy for contemporary fields such as psychology, economics, and theology, with contributions from notable thinkers like Donald Davidson. The work stems from discussions at an international conference dedicated to Spinoza's ideas.