Matter and Memory
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1990
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French Literature•
Philosophy•
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Psychology1990
Adult
18+ years
In Matter and Memory, Henri Bergson explores the relationship between mind and body, examining how memory and perception interact with material reality. He proposes a dualistic framework, suggesting that individuals perceive the world through both memory images and pure perception, thus highlighting the intricate connection between the physical and the mental aspects of human experience.
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Matter and Memory by Henri Bergson is praised for its innovative exploration of the relationship between the mind and physical reality, offering deep philosophical insights. Critics commend its intellectual depth and groundbreaking ideas but note its complex and dense prose may challenge readers. Overall, it remains a significant work in philosophy.
Ideal for readers drawn to philosophy and metaphysics, Matter and Memory appeals to those interested in exploring the relationship between perception and reality, akin to Phenomenology of Perception by Maurice Merleau-Ponty and Being and Time by Martin Heidegger.
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Psychology1990
Adult
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