{"title":"Nancy Margaret Paul","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"the-matter-and-memory-paperback","title":"THE Matter and Memory - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatter and Memory presents an analysis of the classical philosophical problems concerning this relation. Within that frame the analysis of memory serves the purpose of clarifying the problem. Matter and Memory was written in reaction to the book The Maladies of Memory by Théodule Ribot, which appeared in 1881. Ribot claimed that the findings of brain science proved that memory is lodged within a particular part of the nervous system; localized within the brain and thus being of a material nature. Bergson was opposed to this reduction of spirit to matter. Defending a clear anti-reductionist position, he considered memory to be of a deeply spiritual nature, the brain serving the need of orienting present action by inserting relevant memories. The brain thus being of a practical nature, certain lesions tend to perturb this practical function, but without erasing memory as such. The memories are, instead, simply not 'incarnated', and cannot serve their purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51367731167455,"sku":"9788026892441","price":12.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/Qt2QZ1sHxW9788026892441.webp?v=1789113392"},{"product_id":"matter-memory-paperback","title":"Matter \u0026 Memory - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn \"Matter and Memory,\" Henri Bergson delves into the intricate relationship between the physical world and the realm of consciousness, proposing a philosophy that bridges metaphysics and psychology. Through a rigorous analysis of perception, memory, and time, Bergson critiques mechanistic interpretations of reality and instead posits a dynamic interplay between matter and the living mind. His literary style is characterized by philosophical clarity interwoven with poetic expressions, marking it as a significant contribution to early 20th-century thought, where he challenges the Cartesian dualism that separates mind from body and offers a revolutionary vision of life as an evolution of consciousness. Henri Bergson, a French philosopher who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1927, was inspired by the scientific advancements of his time, particularly in the fields of biology and psychology. His reflections on the nature of time and memory were informed by his interest in the evolving understanding of human experience and the workings of the mind. His works often emphasize the importance of intuition and lived experience over rationalism, suggesting a deep-seated belief in the fluidity of life and consciousness. \"Matter and Memory\" is a foundational text for those interested in philosophy, psychology, or the nature of human experience. Bergson's insights remain profoundly relevant, prompting readers to reassess their understanding of existence, perception, and the passage of time. This book is highly recommended for scholars and lay readers alike who seek a deeper comprehension of the interplay between the mental and the material.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51377733435615,"sku":"9788027278916","price":11.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/OtVvS_U8I09788027278916.webp?v=1789240048"}],"url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/collections\/nancy-margaret-paul.oembed","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}