Henri Bergson

Start here: Matter and Memory (1896)

Matter and Memory: An Essay on the Relation of Body and Spirit, is a complex exploration of human nature and the spirituality of memory. In this work, Henri Bergson investigates the function of the brain, and opposes the idea of memory being of a material nature, lodged within a particular part of the nervous system.

Common questions about Henri Bergson

Who is Henri Bergson?

French philosopher, influential especially in the first half of the 20th century.

What is Henri Bergson best known for?

Henri Bergson is best known for Matter and Memory, published in 1896 with 5 ratings and a 3.8 average. It is the most-rated of Henri Bergson's books on SansFiction.

How many books has Henri Bergson written?

SansFiction lists 2 books by Henri Bergson, published between 1889 and 1896. The most popular are Matter and Memory and Time and Free Will.

Which Henri Bergson book should I read first?

Matter and Memory is the usual place to start: it is Henri Bergson's most-rated book here, with a 3.8 average.

What genres does Henri Bergson write?

Henri Bergson's books on SansFiction are tagged Classics, Philosophy and Psychology.