The Complete Works of David Hume
Enriched edition. Empiricism, Skepticism, Causation, and Ethics in the Landmark Enlightenment WritingsBy David Hume
Length216h 9m
About this audiobook
The Complete Works of David Hume is an extensive compilation encompassing the philosophical writings of one of the Enlightenment's foremost thinkers. Hume's prose navigates the realms of empiricism, skepticism, and morality with a clarity that reveals his deep engagement with contemporary philosophical debates. The collection includes his seminal works such as A Treatise of Human Nature and An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding, elaborating on topics like human cognition, the nature of causation, and the foundations of ethics, all framed within Hume's characteristic witty and engaging style, bolstered by rich historical allusions and a commitment to rational inquiry. David Hume (1711-1776) was a Scottish philosopher, historian, and economist whose ideas were pivotal in shaping modern philosophical thought. His formative experiences, including his extensive reading of previous thinkers and his engagement with the burgeoning scientific methodologies of his time, led him to craft a unique philosophical voice. Hume's background in law and finance also enriched his analyses of human behavior and societal norms, enabling him to critique the dogmatism prevailing in both philosophy and religion. Readers seeking to understand the foundations of modern philosophy and the evolution of human thought will find The Complete Works of David Hume indispensable. This collection serves not only as a testament to Hume's brilliance but also as a vital resource for anyone interested in the intricate relationship between human understanding, belief, and experience.
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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GenrePhilosophy
Length216 hrs 9 mins
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Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
48The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 44)
2Author Biography
49The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 45)
3Historical Context
50The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 46)
4Synopsis (Selection)
51The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 47)
5The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 1)
52The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 48)
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6The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 2)
53The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 49)
7The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 3)
54The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 50)
8The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 4)
55The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 51)
9The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 5)
56The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 52)
10The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 6)
57The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 53)
11The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 7)
58The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 54)
12The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 8)
59The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 55)
13The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 9)
60The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 56)
14The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 10)
61The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 57)
15The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 11)
62The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 58)
16The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 12)
63The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 59)
17The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 13)
64The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 60)
18The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 14)
65The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 61)
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66The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 62)
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67The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 63)
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68The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 64)
22The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 18)
69The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 65)
23The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 19)
70The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 66)
24The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 20)
71The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 67)
25The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 21)
72The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 68)
26The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 22)
73The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 69)
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74The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 70)
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75The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 71)
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30The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 26)
77The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 73)
31The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 27)
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32The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 28)
79The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 75)
33The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 29)
80The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 76)
34The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 30)
81The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 77)
35The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 31)
82The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 78)
36The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 32)
83The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 79)
37The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 33)
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38The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 34)
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39The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 35)
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40The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 36)
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41The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 37)
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42The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 38)
89The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 85)
43The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 39)
90The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 86)
44The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 40)
91The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 87)
45The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 41)
92Analysis
46The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 42)
93Reflection
47The Complete Works of David Hume (pt. 43)
94Memorable Quotes
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