Creative Evolution
Creative Evolution
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005
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Book • Nonfiction
2005
Adult
18+ years
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In Creative Evolution, Henri Bergson explores the concept of evolution from a philosophical perspective, emphasizing the role of creativity and consciousness in shaping life. He contrasts mechanistic and vitalistic views, proposing an "élan vital"—a vital impetus driving the development of life, highlighting how individuals experience time and change continuously beyond mere biological processes.
Contemplative
Informative
Inspirational
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Creative Evolution by Henri Bergson is lauded for its innovative ideas on time and consciousness, introducing the concept of élan vital. Readers appreciate its philosophical depth and relevance to both science and humanities. Critics find the prose dense and complex, which may deter casual readers. Some argue the scientific interpretations are outdated. A stimulating read for those interested in metaphysics.
Who Should Read Creative Evolution?
A reader captivated by philosophical explorations and metaphysics would enjoy Creative Evolution by Henri Bergson. This profile aligns with fans of Darwin's On the Origin of Species and Nietzsche's Thus Spoke Zarathustra, as it blends science with a critique of mechanistic interpretations of life and evolution.
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