Time and Free Will (Annotated Edition) (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Duration, Consciousness, and the Metaphysics of Freedom in a Classic of Modern PhilosophyBy Henri Bergson
Length8h 34m
About this audiobook
In Time and Free Will, Henri Bergson develops one of modern philosophy's most influential accounts of inner experience, arguing that lived time—durée, or duration—cannot be reduced to the measurable, spatialized time of science. Through subtle psychological analysis and a supple, often metaphorical prose style, he examines intensity, multiplicity, consciousness, and the conditions of genuine freedom. First published in 1889 as his doctoral thesis, the work stands at the crossroads of nineteenth-century psychology, metaphysics, and emerging critiques of positivism; this annotated edition helps illuminate its dense arguments and intellectual setting. Bergson, later a Nobel laureate in literature, was trained in mathematics and philosophy, a combination that shaped both his precision and his resistance to purely mechanistic explanations of mind. His concern with freedom arose from debates over determinism, associationist psychology, and scientific measurement, prompting him to defend the irreducible richness of consciousness against abstraction. This book is highly recommended for readers of philosophy, psychology, literary theory, and intellectual history. It rewards patient attention and remains essential for understanding modern discussions of time, subjectivity, and human agency.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
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GenrePhilosophy
Length8 hrs 34 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 1, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Time and Free Will (Annotated Edition) (Annotated)
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5Author Biography
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6TRANSLATOR'S PREFACE
7AUTHOR'S PREFACE
8CHAPTER I THE INTENSITY OF PSYCHIC STATES
9CHAPTER II THE MULTIPLICITY OF CONSCIOUS STATES
10CHAPTER III THE ORGANIZATION OF CONSCIOUS STATES
11CONCLUSION
12Analysis
13Reflection
14Memorable Quotes
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