Biography of David Hume

Sam Morgan

Biographies of Philosophers Book 13 · LibriHouse · AI-narrated by Madison (from Google)

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David Hume, the Scottish philosopher, historian, and economist, is celebrated as one of the greatest minds of the Enlightenment. Born in 1711 in Edinburgh, Hume revolutionized philosophy with his empirical approach to understanding human nature. This biography explores his life, from his humble beginnings to his intellectual achievements, including A Treatise of Human Nature and An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding. Hume’s skepticism challenged established doctrines about causation, religion, and morality, emphasizing reason and observation over tradition. His ideas profoundly influenced modern philosophy, including the works of Kant and later empiricists. The book also delves into Hume’s contributions to history and economics, providing a well-rounded perspective on a thinker whose legacy continues to shape intellectual thought today.

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