02465cam a22003133u 4500 53791 UtSlPG 20260610134235.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 B Hume, David, 1711-1776 Philosophical Works, v. 1 (of 4) : Including All the Essays, and Exhibiting the More Important Alterations and Corrections in the Successive Editions Published by the Author Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-12-22 Produced by Madelaine Kilsby and Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (back online soon in an extended version, also linking to free sources for education worldwide ... MOOC's, educational materials,...) Images generously made available by the Bodleian Library, Oxford. "Philosophical Works, v. 1 (of 4)" by David Hume is a collection of philosophical essays and writings, compiled in the early 19th century. The volume aims to present the essential ideas and changes in Hume's philosophical thought, particularly from the edition published just before his death. It delves into topics such as human understanding, moral principles, and the nature of belief, showcasing Hume's contributions to empirical philosophy and his reflections on human nature and the intellect. At the start of this work, Hume offers a brief autobiography that paints a picture of his early years, literary pursuits, and the challenges he faced in establishing his philosophical career. He recalls his upbringing in Edinburgh and his gravitation toward literature and philosophy, recounting some disappointments with his publications that later turned to success. This personal narrative sets the tone for the philosophical essays to follow, providing insight into Hume's character and his relentless pursuit of knowledge, depicting him as a thinker deeply engaged in the exploration of human nature and understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Knowledge, Theory of Philosophy, English -- 18th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53791 94625 94625