The Essential David Hume (Essential Scholars)
James R. Otteson
David Hume (1711–1776) is a towering and intriguing figure. He was the preeminent philosopher in what is now called the Scottish Enlightenment, a time that was “crowded with genius” and in a place regarded as the rebirth of the golden era of Athens. His writing displayed an astonishing range, addressing everything from metaphysics to politics, and in subject after subject he produced fresh, novel, and brilliant insights.
Duration - 3h 2m.
Author - James R. Otteson.
Narrator - Charity Spencer.
Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023.
Copyright - © 2021 Fraser Institute ©.
Location:
United States
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Charity Spencer
Essential Scholars
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Description:
David Hume (1711–1776) is a towering and intriguing figure. He was the preeminent philosopher in what is now called the Scottish Enlightenment, a time that was “crowded with genius” and in a place regarded as the rebirth of the golden era of Athens. His writing displayed an astonishing range, addressing everything from metaphysics to politics, and in subject after subject he produced fresh, novel, and brilliant insights. Duration - 3h 2m. Author - James R. Otteson. Narrator - Charity Spencer. Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023. Copyright - © 2021 Fraser Institute ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:22
Chapter 1: Who was David Hume?
Duration:00:14:53
Chapter 2: Empiricism
Duration:00:23:54
Chapter 3: Justice, Conflict, and Scarcity
Duration:00:24:44
Chapter 4: The Origins of Government and the Social Contract
Duration:00:35:50
Chapter 5: Commercial Society
Duration:00:19:28
Chapter 6: Trade, Money, and Debt
Duration:00:28:25
Chapter 7: Virtue, Religion, and the End of Life
Duration:00:19:36
Chapter 8: Happiness, Friendship, and Tragedy
Duration:00:15:21
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:23