Time and Free Will: An Essay on the Immediate Data of Consciousness

Time and Free Will: An Essay on the Immediate Data of Consciousness is a philosophical work written by Henri Bergson. In this book, Bergson argues against the mechanistic view of time and defends the idea of free will. He claims that time is not a series of moments that can be measured objectively, but rather a continuous flow that is experienced subjectively. Bergson also argues that free will is a fundamental aspect of human consciousness, and that it cannot be reduced to a mechanical process. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the nature of time and the second part exploring the concept of free will. Bergson's ideas influenced many philosophers and thinkers, and his work remains relevant in contemporary debates about the nature of consciousness and the relationship between mind and body.1913. Contents: The Intensity of Psychic States; The Multiplicity of Conscious States; The Idea of Duration; Conscious States and Free Will; Conclusions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.