Creative Evolution by Henri Bergson
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Bergson, Henri, 1859-1941
English
"Creative Evolution" by Henri Bergson is a philosophical work written in the early 20th century. The book explores the concept of evolution from a perspective that intertwines life, consciousness, and duration, rejecting reductionist views that confine living beings to mere mechanical processes. Bergson posits that life is characterized by continuo...
Evolution" delves into the fundamental nature of existence and consciousness, asserting that we are in a constant state of change and evolution, where each moment contributes to our ongoing development. Bergson emphasizes the inadequacy of traditional mechanistic and teleological explanations of evolution, arguing instead that life is inherently creative and cannot be fully understood through static categories. He introduces the concept of "duration" as a vital aspect of existence, illustrating how both individual lives and the broader evolutionary process are marked by continuity and originality, rather than mere repetition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Donald Wilson
2 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. It exceeded all my expectations.
Lisa Jones
4 weeks agoIt took me a while to start, but it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. It exceeded all my expectations.
Donald Miller
1 month agoFor a digital edition, it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. I learned so much from this.
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Kenneth Taylor
3 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. One of the best books I've read this year.