Hume and the demands of philosophy : science, skepticism, and moderation /
This book argues that Hume is a radical epistemic skeptic who gives only practical reasons for retaining belief in sensory beliefs and the deliverances of reason. He advises us to take a moderate approach to the demands of philosophy, since they sometimes diverge from the demands of life.
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Lanham, Maryland :
Lexington Books,
[2022].
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| Summary: | This book argues that Hume is a radical epistemic skeptic who gives only practical reasons for retaining belief in sensory beliefs and the deliverances of reason. He advises us to take a moderate approach to the demands of philosophy, since they sometimes diverge from the demands of life. |
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| Physical Description: | x, 191 pages ; 24 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 179-184) and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781793623218 179362321X |