Quite apart from his distinction as a philosopher of religion, Terence Penelhum is among the most accomplished of contemporary Hume scholars. This wonderfully well-written, intelligent and thought-provoking book begins with a masterly summary of the outlines of Hume's thought, and the reasons for its importance. Someone who wanted to come seriously to grips with Hume - and no intellectual task is more worthwhile - could not do better than start from here. The Heythrop Journal One of the best ever books on Hume ... an unusually useful collection ... an essential addition to even the most cash-strapped university library. Antony Flew, British Journal for the History of Philosophy
