Bergsonism and the History of Analytic Philosophy

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The book delves into the critical responses to Henri Bergson's philosophy during the early 20th century, highlighting the tensions between his ideas and those of prominent figures in analytic philosophy like L. Susan Stebbing, Bertrand Russell, and others. It explores how these critiques were shaped by the influence of thinkers such as William James, who viewed Bergson as an ally of American Pragmatism, and Max Scheler, who regarded him as a prophetic figure. This examination sheds light on the intellectual landscape of the time and the evolution of philosophical discourse.