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“This avidity alone, of acquiring goods and possessions for ourselves and our nearest friends, is insatiable, perpetual, universal, and directly destructive of society.”

Quote by David Hume

Book:Moral Philosophy

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Moral Philosophy

This book delves into the fundamental questions of right and wrong, examining various ethical theories and their implications in both personal and societal contexts. more

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David Hume, born on May 7, 1711, in Edinburgh, Scotland, and died on August 25, 1776, was an outstanding philosopher, historian, and economist. Known for his contributions to empiricism and skepticism, his works have had a profound impact on subsequent philosophy, economics, and psychology. more

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