Philosophical Works, v. 2 (of 4) Including All the Essays, and Exhibiting the More Important Alterations and Corrections in the Successive Editions Published by the Author

"Philosophical Works, v. 2 (of 4)" by David Hume is a deep investigation into the core of human feelings. This book looks closely at how we feel pride and humility, breaking down the mental processes behind them to understand their origins, how they influence us, and how they connect to how we see ourselves and interact with others. Hume distinguishes between immediate and thoughtful impressions in our feelings. It argues that these emotions, though opposites, both target the self, with pride growing from positive self-views and humility from negative ones. The book shows that these feelings come from many places, like our traits, what we own, and our place in society. By focusing on the traits that bring us joy or pain and how they relate to our sense of self, the book builds a strong base for understanding the complexities of what drives our emotions.