Publisher's Synopsis
Hume's Treatise of Morals: And Selections from the Treatise of the Passions (1893) is a book written by James H. Hyslop, which provides a comprehensive analysis of David Hume's Treatise of Human Nature. The book includes an introduction to Hume's philosophical ideas, followed by an in-depth discussion of his views on ethics and morality. The first part of the book focuses on Hume's Treatise of Morals, which explores the concept of moral philosophy and the nature of moral judgments. Hume argues that our moral judgments are based on our emotions and sentiments, rather than reason or divine revelation. He also discusses the role of sympathy and social conventions in shaping our moral beliefs.The second part of the book features selections from Hume's Treatise of the Passions, which examines the nature of human passions and their role in motivating our actions. Hume argues that our passions are the primary motivators of human behavior, and that reason plays a secondary role in shaping our actions.Overall, Hume's Treatise of Morals: And Selections from the Treatise of the Passions (1893) provides a detailed analysis of David Hume's philosophical ideas on ethics, morality, and human nature. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars of philosophy, as well as anyone interested in understanding Hume's contributions to the field of moral philosophy.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.
