Daniel Jayes O'brien (16 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. "Continuum's Reader's Guides" are clear, concise and accessible introductions to classic works of philosophy. Each book explores the major themes, historical and philosophical context and key passages of a major philosophical text, guiding the reader toward a thorough understanding of often demanding material. Ideal for undergraduate students, the guides provide an essential resource for anyone who needs to get to grips with a philosophical text. David Hume is widely considered to be the greatest British philosopher and his "Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding" is the most frequently studied of all his works - a key text in the study of empiricist thought. This is a hugely important and exciting, yet challenging, piece of philosophical writing. In "Hume's Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding: A Reader's Guide", Allen Bailey and Dan O'Brien explain the philosophical background against which the book was written and the key themes inherent in the text. The book then guides the reader to a clear understanding of the text as a whole, before exploring the reception and influence of this classic philosophical work.This is the ideal companion to study of this most influential and challenging of texts.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1. Minimal shelf wear, clean internals. May have remainder mark.

Hardcover. Condition: Used-Very Good. 1st Edition. Cloth, no dj. Minor shelf wear. Else a nice, clean copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Used-Very Good. 1st Edition. Cloth, no dj. Slight shelf-wear; clean internals.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - David Hume (1711-1776), philosopher, historian, and essayist, is widely considered to be Britain's greatest philosopher. One of the leading intellectual figures of the Scottish Enlightenment, his major works and central ideas, especially his radical empiricism and his critique of the pretensions of philosophical rationalism, remain hugely influential on contemporary philosophers. This comprehensive and accessible guide to Hume's life and work includes 21 specially commissioned essays, written by a team of leading experts, covering every aspect of Hume's thought. The Companion presents details of Hume's life, historical and philosophical context, providing students with a comprehensive overview of all the key themes and topics apparent in his work, including his accounts of causal reasoning, scepticism, the soul and the self, action, reason, free will, miracles, natural religion, politics, human nature, women, economics and history, and an account of his reception and enduring influence. This textbook is indispensable to anyone studying in the areas of Hume Studies, British, and eighteenth-century philosophy.…

Paperback. Condition: New. "Continuum's Reader's Guides" are clear, concise and accessible introductions to classic works of philosophy. Each book explores the major themes, historical and philosophical context and key passages of a major philosophical text, guiding the reader toward a thorough understanding of often demanding material. Ideal for undergraduate students, the guides provide an essential resource for anyone who needs to get to grips with a philosophical text. David Hume is widely considered to be the greatest British philosopher and his "Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding" is the most frequently studied of all his works - a key text in the study of empiricist thought. This is a hugely important and exciting, yet challenging, piece of philosophical writing. In "Hume's Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding: A Reader's Guide", Allen Bailey and Dan O'Brien explain the philosophical background against which the book was written and the key themes inherent in the text. The book then guides the reader to a clear understanding of the text as a whole, before exploring the reception and influence of this classic philosophical work.This is the ideal companion to study of this most influential and challenging of texts.…

Condition: Good. Your purchase helps support Sri Lankan Children's Charity 'The Rainbow Centre'. Ex-library, so some stamps and wear, but in good overall condition. Our donations to The Rainbow Centre have helped provide an education and a safe haven to hundreds of children who live in appalling conditions.…

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. David Hume (1711-1776), philosopher, historian, and essayist, is widely considered to be the most important philosopher ever to write in English. This guide to Hume's life and work includes 22 specially commissioned essays, written by a team of leading experts, covering various aspects of Hume's thought. Editor(s): O'Brien, Dan; Bailey, Alan. Series: Continuum Companions. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: HPCD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 160 x 40. Weight in Grams: 890. . 2012. 1st Edition. Hardcover. . . . .…

Condition: New. David Hume (1711-1776), philosopher, historian, and essayist, is widely considered to be the most important philosopher ever to write in English. This guide to Hume's life and work includes 22 specially commissioned essays, written by a team of leading experts, covering various aspects of Hume's thought. Editor(s): O'Brien, Dan; Bailey, Alan. Series: Continuum Companions. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: HPCD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 160 x 40. Weight in Grams: 890. . 2012. 1st Edition. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Condition: New. pp. 472.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 1st edition. 472 pages. 10.00x7.00x1.50 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. David Hume (1711-1776), philosopher, historian, and essayist, is widely considered to be the most important philosopher ever to write in English. This guide to Hume s life and work includes 22 specially commissioned essays, written by a team of leading expe.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 472.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. 472.