What counts as an Individual for Spinoza?

In Olli Koistinen & J. I. Biro (eds.), Spinoza: Metaphysical Themes. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press. pp. 89-112 (2002)
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Very close analysis of Baruch Spinoza's wording in describing individuals rather than things. Individuals, but not collections such as a political state or club, each have their own specific conatus, or essence. Collectivities, like nations or institutions, fail to meet this necessary condition of individuation.

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