The Hashish Eater · Character
David Hume
Scottish philosopher whose skepticism is challenged in the dream logic.
minor
Also known as Hume, Mr. Hume
First appearance: xi the book of symbols
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Mentioned as a philosopher whose skepticism about the senses is discussed; the narrator reflects on Hume's legacy and his own differing transcendentalist view.
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