The Collected Works of Henri Bergson

Laughter, Time and Free Will, Creative Evolution, Matter and Memory, Meaning of the War & DreamsBy Henri Bergson
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In "The Collected Works of Henri Bergson," the esteemed philosopher consolidates his influential ideas on time, consciousness, and the nature of reality. Bergson'Äôs literary style is marked by a lyrical elegance and a nuanced exploration of metaphysical concepts, reflecting the intensity of his intellectual endeavor during the early 20th century. Rooted in the philosophical debates of his time, including those surrounding mechanistic versus vitalist interpretations of existence, this collection invites readers to engage deeply with questions of duration, intuition, and the limitations of intellect, linking philosophy, science, and art in a seamless intellectual tapestry. Henri Bergson (1859-1941), a prominent figure in the world of philosophy, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1927. His background in mathematics and natural sciences significantly shaped his philosophical inquiries, leading him to challenge the rigid scientific determinism of his era. Bergson'Äôs work reflects a profound engagement with the dynamic and fluid aspects of human experience, a response to the rapid industrial changes and technological advancements that marked the turn of the century, inspiring a generation of thinkers and artists alike. This collection is essential for anyone interested in exploring the foundations of modern philosophy and the evolution of thought surrounding consciousness and temporality. Readers will find Bergson'Äôs insights resonate with contemporary issues, making his work both timely and timeless, a crucial read for students, scholars, and anyone passionate about the complexities of existence.

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GenrePhilosophy
Length35 hrs 17 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
2TRANSLATORS' PREFACE
3I
4II
5III
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6IV
7V
8I
9II
10I
11II
12III
13IV
14V
15TRANSLATOR'S PREFACE
16AUTHOR'S PREFACE
17CHAPTER I THE INTENSITY OF PSYCHIC STATES
18CHAPTER II THE MULTIPLICITY OF CONSCIOUS STATES
19CHAPTER III THE ORGANIZATION OF CONSCIOUS STATES
20CONCLUSION
21TRANSLATOR'S NOTE
22INTRODUCTION
23CHAPTER I THE EVOLUTION OF LIFE — MECHANISM AND TELEOLOGY (pt. 1)
24CHAPTER I THE EVOLUTION OF LIFE — MECHANISM AND TELEOLOGY (pt. 2)
25CHAPTER II THE DIVERGENT DIRECTIONS OF THE EVOLUTION OF LIFE. TORPOR, INTELLIGENCE, INSTINCT (pt. 1)
26CHAPTER II THE DIVERGENT DIRECTIONS OF THE EVOLUTION OF LIFE. TORPOR, INTELLIGENCE, INSTINCT (pt. 2)
27CHAPTER III ON THE MEANING OF LIFE — THE ORDER OF NATURE AND THE FORM OF INTELLIGENCE (pt. 1)
28CHAPTER III ON THE MEANING OF LIFE — THE ORDER OF NATURE AND THE FORM OF INTELLIGENCE (pt. 2)
29CHAPTER IV THE CINEMATOGRAPHICAL MECHANISM OF THOUGHT AND THE MECHANISTIC ILLUSION — A GLANCE AT THE HISTORY OF SYSTEMS — REAL BECOMING AND FALSE EVOLUTIONISM (pt. 1)
30CHAPTER IV THE CINEMATOGRAPHICAL MECHANISM OF THOUGHT AND THE MECHANISTIC ILLUSION — A GLANCE AT THE HISTORY OF SYSTEMS — REAL BECOMING AND FALSE EVOLUTIONISM (pt. 2)
31TRANSLATORS' NOTE
32INTRODUCTION
33Chapter 1: Of the Selection of Images For Conscious Presentation. What Our Body Means and Does
34Chapter 2: Of the Recognition of Images. Memory and Brain
35Chapter 3: Of the Survival of Images. Memory and Mind
36Chapter 4: The Delimiting and Fixing of Images. Perception and Matter. Soul and Body
37Summary and Conclusion
38INTRODUCTION
39LIFE AND MATTER AT WAR
40THE FORCE WHICH WASTES AND THAT WHICH DOES NOT WASTE
41INTRODUCTION
42DREAMS

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