# Epicurus — Philosophical Works character guide

> Epicurus in Philosophical Works by René Descartes.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Epicurus

**First appearance:** 0014-selections-from-the-principles-of-philosophy

## Who they are

Hellenistic philosopher whose hedonistic ethics are contrasted with Cartesian rationalism.

## In the story

### [Letter of the Author to the French Translator of the Principles of Philosophy Serving for a Preface](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/philosophical_works_se/chapters/letter-of-the-author-to-the-french-translator-of-the-principles-of-philosophy-serving-for-a-preface)

Cited as an example of those who trusted the senses excessively, claiming the sun is no larger than it appears.

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