"In this volume, scholars and experts summarise the key topics of Du Ch'telet's research, providing an overview of her work which has now been disseminated around the world. This handbook comprehensively presents the essential concepts and topics from the various areas of Du Ch'telet's philosophy, metaphysics, epistemology, natural sciences, mathematics and religion." -- Ruth Edith Hagengruber, Director Centre for the History of Women Philosophers and Scientist, Univ. Paderborn "Though long neglected, Du Ch'telet is starting to be considered a central figure in eighteenth-century philosophy. This impressively comprehensive volume includes contributions by leading experts who jointly demonstrate the richness and philosophical importance of Du Ch'telet's thought. It is an invaluable resource for students and scholars of early modern philosophy." -- Julia Jorati, Professor of Philosophy, University of Massachusetts Amherst "This volume provides an accessible introduction to Du Ch'telet's wide-ranging philosophical interests, while at the same time making important new contributions to our understanding of her work. For anyone interested in 17th and 18th century European philosophy, it will be an engaging and enjoyable read, offering something for students and specialists alike.

" -- Katherine Brading Professor of Philosophy Duke University, USA "In recent years, there has been an explosion of interest in the philosophy of Émilie Du Ch'telet, the Enlightenment's most famous woman. This volume represents the state of the art. It covers a wide range of topics from Biblical criticism and Newtonian science to issues in epistemology and the nature of liberty. Highly recommended" -- Andrew Janiak, Professor of Philosophy, Duke University. "This is an excellent exploration of Émilie du Ch'telet's original and profound theories. This volume sheds light on major philosophical questions such as the principles of reason and contradiction, space, freedom, etc and establishes the central place that Emilie du Ch'telet now occupies in the history of philosophy." -- Anne-Lise Rey, Full Professor of Philosophy of Science, Paris Nanterre University, France.