Life and Correspondence of David Hume, Volume 1

Name: Life and Correspondence of David Hume, Volume 1
Author: John Hill Burton

By John Hill Burton

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A biographical study of David Hume compiles original manuscripts, private letters, drafts of essays, and portions of a larger historical work to narrate his life, intellectual development, and public reputation. The editor interleaves narrative biography with documentary extracts, evaluates literary labors, and presents contemporaries' judgments while explaining editorial decisions and access to sources. Private correspondence is used to illuminate habits, motives, and controversies, and supplemental material and planned appendices gather additional foreign and miscellaneous letters.

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John Hill Burton

John Hill Burton was a Scottish historian and biographer, best known for his detailed works on notable figures in literature and philosophy. His most significant contributions include the two-volume "Life and Correspondence of David Hume," which provides an in-depth look at the life of the influential philosopher David Hume, exploring his thoughts and impact on modern philosophy. Additionally, Burton authored "The Book-Hunter," a reflective piece that combines memoir and literary criticism, showcasing his passion for collecting books and the literary world. His writings are valued for their scholarly rigor and insight into the intellectual currents of his time.