The book ""Letters of David Hume and Extracts from Letters Referring to Him"" is a collection of letters written by the renowned Scottish philosopher, historian, and economist David Hume. The book includes letters that Hume wrote to his friends, family, and colleagues, as well as letters written by others that refer to Hume and his work.The letters cover a wide range of topics, including Hume's philosophical and political views, his personal life, and his interactions with other intellectuals of his time. They provide a fascinating insight into Hume's personality and intellectual development, as well as the intellectual and cultural milieu of 18th-century Scotland.The book is edited by J.Y.T. Greig, who provides introductions and annotations to each letter, as well as a comprehensive introduction to Hume's life and work. The letters themselves are presented in chronological order, allowing readers to trace Hume's life and thought over time.Overall, ""Letters of David Hume and Extracts from Letters Referring to Him"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most important philosophers of the Enlightenment era.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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