Recovering Political Philosophy: The Philosophy of Common Life and Its Limits

Yenor, S.

Scott Yenor argues that David Hume's reputation as a skeptic is greatly exaggerated and that Hume's skepticism is a moment leading Hume to defend common life philosophy and the humane commercial republic. Gentle, humane virtues reflect the proper reaction to the complex mixture of human faculties that define the human condition.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2017-02-25

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781349711932

DOI: 10.1057/9781137539595

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 246