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David Hume stands as a towering figure in Western philosophy, but his historical writings also played a crucial role in his life. His monumental work, The History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688, published between 1754 and 1764, became a bestseller, bringing him financial independence and acclaim. This six-volume series remains influential and continues to be published today. Often compared with Thomas Babington Macaulay, another of Englands eminent historians, Humes narrative ends where Macaulay’s begins. Volume 1F delves into the fascinating reigns ...

O Sr. Hume possui um sentimento delicado, um pensamento de feitio original, uma linguagem perspícua, não raro elegante, qualidades que não poderiam deixar de recomendar seus escritos a todo leitor de bom gosto. É pena que um gênio como esse empregue as suas habilidades como frequentemente o faz em seus ataques à religião de seu país. Ele não age como um inimigo franco e leal, mas tenta enfraquecer a autoridade dela por meio de sugestões oblíquas e insinuações ardilosas.

The accession of Henry VII (reigned 1485-1509) to the throne of England, leading to the end of the Wars of the Roses, opened the door to Tudor rule, setting a different character to the monarchy. In Volume 3 of The History of England, Hume traces the story through turbulent and unpredictable...

The second volume of David Hume’s classic survey of English history covers nearly 300 years (1200-1485) from the long reign of Henry III to the dramatic end of Richard III on Bosworth Field – he was the last Plantagenet, and the last king of England to die in battle. In these last centuries...

In this captivating chapter, William and Mary have ascended to the throne and embark on the formidable journey of ruling England. As British noblemen vie for influence, tensions rise over Williams inclination to favor his own countrymen in key government and military positions, igniting frustration among the local elite.

In this chapter, we delve into the pivotal events of the Glorious Revolution in Scotland. Explore the responses of various religious factions, the ascension of William and Mary to the throne, and the significant campaigns led by the Highland Army. (Summary by Leon Mire)

This chapter delves into the tumultuous events in Ireland during the reign of James II, highlighting the ongoing conflicts between Protestants and Catholics. As tensions rise, James strategically positions himself, seeking to leverage Irish support to strengthen his precarious hold on the throne.

In this compelling account, Mr. Desjardins embarks on a mission to challenge the claims made by nationalist Henri Bourassa, who suggested that all Quebecers shared an unpatriotic stance regarding their contributions to the Great War. Through thoughtful analysis and passionate storytelling, Desjardins seeks to illuminate the true dedication and sacrifices of Quebecers during this pivotal time in history. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)

INVESTIGACIÓN SOBRE EL ENTENDIMIENTO HUMANO: Esta investigación desafía las nociones preconcebidas sobre el conocimiento, la causa y efecto, y la existencia de Dios. Hume argumenta que nuestro entendimiento se basa más en la experiencia y la percepción sensorial que en la razón pura. Con su enfoque escéptico y empírico, este trabajo no solo pone en cuestión las bases del pensamiento religioso y filosófico, sino que también establece las bases para la filosofía moderna y la ciencia cognitiva.