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Discours Politiques De David Hume (1754)

Discours Politiques De David Hume (1754)

Hume, David
De Mauvillon, Eleazar

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PhilosophyLiterary CriticismFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1165345633
ISBN13: 9781165345632
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 360
Weight: 1.06
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Discours Politiques De David Hume (1754) is a book written by the renowned Scottish philosopher, David Hume. The book is a collection of Hume's political essays and speeches, which were originally written and delivered during the 18th century. The essays cover a wide range of political topics, including the nature of political authority, the role of government in society, the relationship between individuals and the state, and the principles of justice and liberty.Hume's political philosophy is grounded in his empiricist approach to knowledge, which emphasizes the importance of observation and experience in understanding the world. He argues that political authority is not inherent in rulers or governments, but rather arises from the consent of the governed. He also emphasizes the importance of individual liberty and the need for checks and balances in government to prevent the abuse of power.The book is divided into four parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of political theory. The first part explores the nature of political authority and the relationship between individuals and the state. The second part discusses the principles of justice and the role of government in enforcing them. The third part examines the relationship between religion and politics, while the fourth and final part focuses on the principles of liberty and the need for limited government.Overall, Discours Politiques De David Hume (1754) is a seminal work in the history of political philosophy, offering a nuanced and insightful analysis of the nature of political authority and the principles of justice and liberty. Hume's ideas continue to influence political thinkers and policymakers to this day, making this book an essential read for anyone interested in the history of political thought.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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