Henri Bergson
Henri Bergson was a renowned French philosopher known for his influential ideas on time, consciousness, and free will. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1927 for his rich and vitalizing ideas and the brilliant skill with which they have been presented.
Books
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1. An Introduction to Metaphysics
The Creative Mind
This book is a philosophical exploration of the nature of reality and existence, offering deep insights into the concepts of time, free will, and consciousness. The author propounds the idea of 'duration' - a subjective experience of time, distinct from mathematical, measurable time. He also discusses the limitations of scientific and analytical methods in understanding the true essence of life and reality. The book is a seminal work in the field of metaphysics, blending philosophy with psychological perspectives.
The 12211th Greatest Book of All Time -
2. Creative Evolution
A Philosophical Theory of Evolution
"Creative Evolution" is a philosophical work that explores the concept of life and evolution from a metaphysical perspective. The author challenges the traditional mechanistic and teleological interpretations of evolution, proposing instead that life is characterized by a continuous creative process driven by an élan vital, or vital impetus. This force is responsible for the complexity and diversity of life forms and their adaptation through a spontaneous and unpredictable process. The book blends philosophy with scientific insights to argue that evolution is neither purely deterministic nor entirely random, but a creative and dynamic interplay of forces.
The 12497th Greatest Book of All Time