Publisher's Synopsis
Inquiries Concerning The Human Understanding: And Concerning The Principles Of Morals is a philosophical work by the Scottish philosopher David Hume. Originally published in 1748, this 1902 edition includes both of Hume's major works on philosophy. The first, An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding, explores the limits of human knowledge and the nature of causation, arguing that our understanding of cause and effect is based on habit rather than reason. The second, An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals, examines the foundations of morality, arguing that moral principles are based on sentiment rather than reason. Hume's ideas were highly influential in the development of modern philosophy, and this book remains an important work in the history of Western 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.
