The Pursuits of Philosophy: An Introduction to the Life and Thought of David Hume
This short guide to Hume's philosophy contains authoritative explanations by the philosopher widely acknowledged to be the greatest Hume scholar alive today. (Ray Monk, University of Southampton)Annette Baier's elegant reflections on Hume's life and philosophy capture the wisdom of the man as well as the brilliance of the ideas. This is a worthy and engaging introduction to one of the most admirable of all great philosophers. (Don Garrett, New York University)Packed full of details and thought, and serves as a perfect primer to anyone who wants to try to understand [Hume's] work. (Lesley McDowellGlasgow Herald2011-10-01)