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The History of England (1754–1761) is David Hume's great work on the history of England (also covering Wales, Scotland, and Ireland), which he wrote in instalments while he was librarian to the Faculty of Advocates in Edinburgh. It was published in six volumes in 1754, 1757, 1759, and 1762.
Sep 1, 2016 · His eldest son and heir, David, renewed the homage to England; and having taken his brother prisoner, delivered him into Henry’s hands, who committed him to custody in the Tower.
Sep 1, 2012 · The Project Gutenberg EBook of The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part C., by David Hume This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever.
Sep 6, 2016 · In 1745, I received a letter from the marquis of Annandale, inviting me to come and live with him in England; I found also that the friends and family of that young nobleman were desirous of putting him under my care and direction, for the state of his mind and health required it.
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Feb 7, 2014 · The History of England. David Hume. Simon and Schuster, Feb 7, 2014 - History - 508 pages. David Hume was a Scottish philosopher, economist, and historian. He is an important figure...
A passage in the Enquiry concerning Human Understanding emphasises these interconnexions of philosophy and history. The recognition of this essential affinity of history and philosophy is what makes Hume's History of England ‘philosophical’.
