David Hume

3 summariesPsychology, Spirituality, Science

David Hume was a Scottish Enlightenment philosopher, historian, economist, and essayist, best known for his highly influential A Treatise of Human Nature and An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding. His work profoundly impacted the development of skepticism and empiricism. Hume's critical examination of religious belief is also evident in his posthumously published Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion.

Books by David Hume

3 books available

An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding
David Hume
3.9 (17k) average on GoodreadsPsychology
Hume systematically breaks down human knowledge, showing how our understanding comes from sensory experiences and observations, not from reason or divine insight.
A Treatise of Human Nature
David Hume
3.9 (11k) average on GoodreadsPolitics
Hume's 'Treatise' examines human understanding, showing how our minds create reality, from the idea of cause and effect to the nature of morality, all through observation.
Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion
David Hume
4.0 (5k) average on GoodreadsHistory
Hume examines the logical basis of religious belief, miracles, and the soul's immortality through dialogues and essays that question common ideas.