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Quote by David Hume

“The law always limits every power it gives.”

Quote by David Hume

Book:Essays and Treatises on several subjects, etc. New edition

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Essays and Treatises on several subjects, etc. New edition

This book is a compilation of essays and treatises that explore a wide range of topics. The new edition features updated content and revised formatting. 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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