A Treatise of Human Nature: A Quick Read edition
EAN13
9782385821838
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Quick Read
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anglais
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A Treatise of Human Nature: A Quick Read edition

Quick Read

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  • Aide EAN13 : 9782385821838
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Discover a new way to read classics with Quick Read.
This Quick Read edition includes both the full text and a summary for each
chapter.
\- Reading time of the complete text: about 21 hours
\- Reading time of the summarized text: about 1 hour

In "A Treatise of Human Nature," Hume explores the nature of human perception
and reasoning. He distinguishes between impressions (forceful perceptions) and
ideas (faint perceptions). Impressions can be of sensation or reflection,
while ideas can be of memory or imagination. Hume argues that our mistaken
ideas often come from confusing experiences. He also discusses the influence
of emotions on our perceptions and beliefs. Hume compares human reason with
animal reason and rejects the concept of substance. He explores various
passions, such as pride, love, and hatred, and how they are influenced by
impressions and ideas. Hume also examines the connection between virtue and
utility, arguing that sympathy plays a significant role in moral evaluation.
He concludes by discussing the importance of justice and the stability of
moral principles.
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