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Hume, All-Too-Hume

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What’s it all about?

A brief handshake with one of the most important philosophers writing in English: David Hume.

What will we cover?

In this class, we’ll learn a little about Hume’s life and career, then turn to his ideas.

In fact, what is an idea? And what is belief? Hume answers these questions, and also discusses ethics, history, religion and the self.

Who will be teaching?

Dr Damon Young is a philosopher and writer. He is the author of seven books, published internationally in English and translation. He is an Honorary Fellow at the University of Melbourne, and once played a mafia thug in a Jackie Chan film.