Life and Correspondence of David Hume, Volume 1 by John Hill Burton

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Author Burton, John Hill, 1809-1881
Contributor Hume, David, 1711-1776
Title Life and Correspondence of David Hume, Volume 1
Note Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Life and Correspondence of David Hume, Volume 1" by John Hill Burton is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work provides an in-depth exploration of the life, intellectual development, and correspondence of the famed Scottish philosopher David Hume, drawing from original documents including letters and personal papers. The focus of the narrative is to connect Hume's influential ideas and character with biographical details, giving readers insights into both his personal and philosophical journeys. The opening of this volume introduces David Hume's early life, detailing his birth in Edinburgh, his family background, and his education. It illustrates his strong inclination towards literature and philosophy from a young age, revealing the intellectual aspirations that would define his later works. Hume's correspondence also reflects his literary ambitions and struggles, hinting at his subsequent rejection of a legal career in favor of a deeper exploration of philosophical ideas. The narrative establishes an understanding of Hume’s formative years and sets the stage for the exploration of his influential writings that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Hume, David, 1711-1776
Subject Philosophers -- Great Britain -- Biography
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