Raynor, David,Zakatistovs, Atis.2009-03-252009-03-2519961996Source: Masters Abstracts International, Volume: 35-05, page: 1171.9780612156890http://hdl.handle.net/10393/9839http://dx.doi.org/10.20381/ruor-16533In my thesis I propose a new interpretation of Book I of A Treatise of Human Nature by David Hume. I claim that this Book must be read in the light of the Introduction to the Treatise. Thus, my interpretation revolves around Hume's intention of creating a new system of the sciences on the basis of his science of man. In this thesis I pay close attention to the following subjects: the analysis of the 'vulgar'; Hume's discussion about the impact of predispositions on our ideas; the distinction between the concept of causation and the process of causation. Finally, I discuss Hume's position on the question of the simplicity and complexity of ideas.94 p.Philosophy.Thesis