“Happy the man whom indulgent fortune allows to pay to virtue what he owes to nature, and to make a generous gift of what must otherwise be ravished from him by cruel necessity.”
Quote by David Hume
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Delphi Complete Works of David Hume (Illustrated)
The Delphi Complete Works of David Hume (Illustrated) is a meticulously curated compilation of Hume's extensive writings, covering his philosophical, historical, and political essays. This illustrated edition aims to provide readers with a rich and accessible experience of Hume's intellectual contributions, featuring detailed illustrations that complement the text. more
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David Hume
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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