David Hume: The Collected Works
Enriched edition. Exploring Empiricism and Skepticism in 18th Century PhilosophyBy David Hume
Length37h 13m
About this audiobook
David Hume: The Collected Works presents a comprehensive anthology of the philosophical writings of one of the most pivotal figures of the Scottish Enlightenment. This meticulously curated collection includes seminal texts such as *A Treatise of Human Nature* and *An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding*, showcasing Hume's distinctive empiricist approach and his skepticism towards metaphysical speculations. Through clear, accessible prose enriched by a masterful command of language, Hume invites readers into profound explorations of human psychology, morality, and epistemology, contextually situated within the intellectual currents of 18th-century thought. David Hume (1711-1776), a Scottish philosopher, historian, and essayist, is celebrated for his pioneering contributions to modern philosophy, particularly in the realm of empiricism and naturalism. Influenced by the Enlightenment's rational spirit, Hume's works reflect a deep inquiry into the nature of knowledge and belief, often questioning the very foundations of causality and the self. His background in law and history, combined with a keen interest in human nature, profoundly shaped his philosophical legacy. This collection is an essential resource for both scholars and enthusiasts of philosophy, offering insights into Hume's critical examination of human intuition and belief systems. It invites readers to engage with timeless questions about the nature of existence, reason, and the limits of human understanding, making it a vital addition to any philosophical library.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
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Publish dateDec 30, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6Introduction
7BOOK I. OF THE UNDERSTANDING
8Part I. Of Ideas, Their Origin, Composition, Connexion, Abstraction, Etc.
9Section II. Division Of The Subject
10Section III. Of The Ideas Of The Memory And Imagination
11Section IV. Of The Connexion Or Association Of Ideas
12Section V. Of Relations
13Section VI. Of Modes And Substances
14Section VII. Of Abstract Ideas
15Part II. Of The Ideas Of Space And Time
16Section II. Of The Infinite Divisibility Of Space And Time
17Section III. Of The Other Qualities Of Our Idea Of Space And Time
18Section IV. Objections Answered
19Section V. The Same Subject Continued
20Section VI. Of The Idea Of Existence, And Of External Existence
21Part III. Of Knowledge And Probability
22Section II. Of Probability, And Of The Idea Of Cause And Effect
23Section III. Why A Cause Is Always Necessary
24Section IV. Of The Component Parts Of Our Reasonings Concerning Cause And Effect
25Section V. Of The Impressions Of The Senses And Memory
26Section VI. Of The Inference From The Impression To The Idea
27Section VII. Of The Nature Of The Idea Or Belief
28Section VIII. Of The Causes Of Belief
29Section IX. Of The Effects Of Other Relations And Other Habits
30Section X. Of The Influence Of Belief
31Section XI. Of The Probability Of Chances
32Section XII. Of The Probability Of Causes
33Section XIII. Of Unphilosophical Probability
34Section XIV. Of The Idea Of Necessary Connexion
35Section XV. Rules By Which To Judge Of Causes And Effects
36Section XVI. Of The Reason Of Animals
37Part IV. Of The Sceptical And Other Systems Of Philosophy
38Section II. Of Scepticism With Regard To The Senses
39Section III. Of The Antient Philosophy
40Section IV. Of The Modern Philosophy
41Section V. Of The Immateriality Of The Soul
42Section VI. Of Personal Identity
43Section VII. Conclusion Of This Book
44BOOK II. OF THE PASSIONS
45Part I. Of Pride And Humility
46Section II. Of Pride And Humility, Their Objects And Causes
47Section III. Whence These Objects And Causes Are Derived
48Section IV. Of The Relations Of Impressions And Ideas
49Section V. Of The Influence Of These Relations On Pride And Humility
50Section VI. Limitations Of This System
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