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Time, Life, Concepts: The Newness of Bergson.

Authors :
Marrati, Paola
Source :
MLN. Dec2005, Vol. 120 Issue 5, p1099-1111. 13p.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

The article looks into the views of philosopher Henri Bergson on the future of philosophy in his book "Matter and Memory." Bergson cited the history of metaphysics and its shortcomings. He also emphasized the importance for human beings to possess perception, intelligence and language for them to respond to the essentials of the social life. Moreover, he claimed that failure of philosophy to take into account the essential pragmatic nature of these tools.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00267910
Volume :
120
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
MLN
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
20070745
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1353/mln.2006.0018