The housekeeping information for the Austen in Theory course, including paper deadlines and prompt details. Students will explore Austen's novels in relation to philosophers such as Locke, Hume, Smith, Burke, or Wollstonecraft.

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The Age of Enlightenment, with its emphasis on natural law, liberty, progress, and constitutional government, greatly influenced American thinking and the Revolutionary War. Key figures like John Locke and Sir William Blackstone contributed ideas of social contract and law that shaped American gover

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Delve into the historical context of race classification through the lens of notable figures like David Hume and Johann Friedrich Blumenbach. Uncover the evolution of racial categories in U.S. Census data, from 1850 to 1930. Reflect on the implications of these classifications in society and learn a

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England saw significant historical events during the Restoration Period and the eighteenth century. From Charles II's restoration to the Glorious Revolution, the Act of Union of 1707, and the rise of British dominions worldwide, this era marked political stability, literary contributions, and the gr

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Delve into the connection between Sense and Sensibility in Austen's works and Hume's theory of association. Hume's emphasis on immediate experience aligns with Austen's plots, showcasing a coherence in their perspectives. The principle of connection between thoughts and ideas is highlighted, emphasi

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Explore present-focused models, empirical regularities, and open questions related to intertemporal choice in behavioral economics. Concepts like hyperbolic discounting, dual-self models, psychometric distortions, and myopia are discussed using insights from prominent figures like David Hume, Plato,

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Hume's perspective on the Labor Theory of Value challenges traditional views, suggesting he may not have adhered to it like Adam Smith. Contrary to his critics, Hume valued merchants, advocating for higher wages and reduced inequality. He embraced liberal ideas promoting freedom, equality, and virtu

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In 2015, Maynooth Green Campus organized a viewing event for a rare solar eclipse, despite the cloudy Irish skies. Attendees observed the event from Hume Rooftop, enjoying a convivial atmosphere with tea and coffee. The event featured discussions on solar energy and the impact of fossil fuel emissio

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The design argument contends that the intricate order in the universe suggests a designer. Michael Lacewing delves into Hume's objections to this argument, highlighting how the analogy between human-made objects and the universe falls short in establishing a similar cause. Hume questions the logic o

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Emotivism is a meta-ethical theory that posits the absence of objective moral laws, suggesting moral terms express personal emotional attitudes rather than propositions. Influenced by philosophers like A.J. Ayer and Hume, it challenges the existence of basic moral principles and universal agreement

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Discover the deep interconnections in the history of UF.COM and Wilmont Gardens through key figures like Dr. Alice Rhoton-Vlasak, George Thomas Harrell, and Harold Hume. Uncover the evolution of the University of Florida from its humble beginnings to a renowned institution, intertwined with pivotal

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The ambiguity and complexity surrounding the concept of reason are delved into through the historical lenses of John Broome and David Hume. From the early uses of "reason" in English to its normative implications in moral philosophy, this exploration sheds light on the multifaceted nature of reason

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Explore the intellectual landscape of renowned philosophers like René Descartes, David Hume, Immanuel Kant, and other influential figures such as Nicolaus Copernicus and Martin Luther. Delve into Descartes' meditations on doubt, the nature of the human mind, and the example of wax, reflecting on fo

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Einstein's study of Hume and Mach played a crucial role in his 1905 discovery of special relativity. By challenging traditional concepts of space and time and emphasizing the importance of grounding concepts in experience, Einstein was able to revolutionize our understanding of the universe. Through

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