FAQ About Rene Descartes
Where did Rene Descartes live and work?
Rene Descartes was born in La Haye en Touraine, France, which was later renamed Descartes in his honor. He spent much of his life traveling throughout Europe, including extended periods in the Netherlands, where he did most of his significant work. The Netherlands provided a more tolerant environment for his scholarly activities compared to France.
