David Hume Libri

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The treatise explores the autonomy of human passions and moral nature, arguing against reason's influence. In the second volume, Hume transitions from skepticism to a more structured moral theory aligned with the sentimentalist school of the eighteenth century. Key topics include the nature of pride, humility, love, hatred, and the distinctions between virtue and vice, justice and injustice. This work delves into the complexities of human emotions and ethical considerations, offering a comprehensive view of Hume's moral philosophy.

Set in the context of 18th-century philosophical discourse, this collection features Hume's essays that challenge conventional religious beliefs, particularly regarding suicide and the afterlife. The original work faced censorship, leading to alterations that resulted in "Four Dissertations." This edition restores Hume's critical essays on suicide and immortality, which argue for moral autonomy in the face of despair and dismiss traditional metaphysical claims. It also includes Hume's passionate dedication to intellectual freedom and letters from Rousseau, enriching the dialogue on these provocative topics.

Culturally significant, this work is a reproduction of an original artifact, preserving its historical integrity. It includes original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its importance in the knowledge base of civilization. The book aims to provide an authentic experience, maintaining fidelity to the original text and its context, making it a valuable resource for scholars and readers interested in historical works.

Exploring the philosophical underpinnings of human understanding, this work delves into Hume's theories on empiricism and skepticism. It challenges traditional notions of causation and knowledge, emphasizing the role of experience in shaping our beliefs. Hume's engaging style invites readers to question their perceptions of reality, morality, and the nature of the self. Through critical analysis, he lays the groundwork for modern philosophy, influencing thinkers across various disciplines. This text serves as a fundamental exploration of Enlightenment thought.

Volume I surveys pre-Roman Britain, the Anglo-Saxons, the Norman Conquest, and the kings of England from William I through John, and ends with a comparison of the feudal and the Anglo-Norman systems of government in England.

Exploring the nature of human emotion, A Dissertation on the Passions articulates David Hume's unique perspective on the significance of passion in human life. Meanwhile, The Natural History of Religion examines religion as a natural phenomenon, marking a pivotal contribution to the field. Tom Beauchamp's definitive scholarly edition brings together these influential works, providing valuable insights into Hume's philosophical thought and its impact on the understanding of both emotions and religion.

This edition contains the thirty-nine essays included in Essays, Moral, and Literary, that made up Volume I of the 1777 posthumous Essays and Treatises on Several Subjects. It also includes ten essays that were withdrawn or left unpublished by Hume for various reasons. The two most important were deemed too controversial for the religious climate of his time. This revised edition reflects changes based on further comparisons with eighteenth-century texts and an extensive reworking of the index. - Publisher

Morris David Hume (1711-1776) was the one of the important philosopher ever to write in English, as well as a master stylist. This title contains his major philosophical works.