Primarily interested in mathematics, he founded Analytic Geometry and originated the Cartesian Coordinates and Cartesian curves. ... œHe studied there until 1612, studying classics, logic and traditional Aristotelian philosophy. ... When I founded analytic geometry, I was motivated by an attempt to return to the past. ... The purpose of my studies is to find universal laws. ... I believe intuition can be a great tool in guiding man to the right answers. ...

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