""An Apology for the Life and Writings of David Hume, with a Parallel between Him and the Late Lord Chesterfield"" is a book written by Mr. Pratt and published in 1777. The book is a defense of the life and writings of the Scottish philosopher David Hume, who was controversial during his time due to his skeptical views on religion and morality. The book also draws a comparison between Hume and the late Lord Chesterfield, a politician and writer who...