![]() ![]() Against the philosophical rationalists, Hume argues that passion rather than reason governs human behaviour. Impressed by Isaac Newton's achievements in the physical sciences, Hume sought to introduce the same experimental method of reasoning into the study of human psychology, with the aim of discovering the "extent and force of human understanding". In the introduction Hume presents the idea of placing all science and philosophy on a novel foundation: namely, an empirical investigation into human nature. The Treatise is a classic statement of philosophical empiricism, skepticism, and naturalism. Physical Information: 1.47" H x 6" W x 9" (2.14 lbs) 738 pagesĪ Treatise of Human Nature (1738-40) is a book by Scottish philosopher David Hume, considered by many to be Hume's most important work and one of the most influential works in the history of philosophy. ![]() ![]() Biography & Autobiography | Philosophers Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platformīinding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions ![]()
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