An Enquiry concerning the Principles of Morals (Oxford Philosophical Texts) - Softcover

Hume, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0198751842 ISBN 13: 9780198751847

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 1998

Synopsis

In this highly influential work, Hume sets out his theory of justice and benevolence and the other virtues and argues that morality is founded on the natural feelings or sentiments of humankind. The text printed in this edition is the Clarendon critical edition of Hume's works. Designed especially for students, this volume includes detailed explanatory notes on the text, a glossary of terms, a full list of references, and a section of supplementary readings.

About this title

About the Author:

David Hume (1711-1776) was a Scottish philosopher, economist, and historian, as well as an important figure of Western philosophy and of the Scottish Enlightenment. Tom L. Beauchamp is at Georgetown University.

Review:

`These new Oxford University Press editions have been meticulously collated from various exatant versions. Each text has an excellent introduction including an overview of Hume's thought and an account of his life and times. Even the difficult, and rarely commented-on, chapters on space and
time are elucidated. There are also useful notes on the text and glossary. These scholarly new editions are ideally adapted for a whole range of readers, from beginners to experts.'
Jane O'Grady, Catholic Herald, 4/8/00.

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0198751842
• ISBN 13: 9780198751847
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 304
• Editor: Beauchamp Tom L.