424 Results with the "Fiction" genre
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Index.
Henri Bergson's work, as summarized in this chapter, emphasizes the exceptional importance and infinite reach of his new philosophy. This novel approach, marked by its uniqueness and potential for misunderstanding, positions itself as the future departure point for speculative philosophy, attracting an increasing number of adherents despite the inevitability of misinterpretations and the potential for its transformation into a new form of scholasticism. Bergson's philosophy underlines the centrality of…-
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IN THE COACH-HOUSE
In a dimly lit coach-house surrounded by the nocturnal quiet of a large estate, a group consisting of Stepan the coachman, Mihailo the house-porter, Alyoshka the coachman's grandson, and Nikandr, a septuagenarian salt herring vendor, gather for a casual game of "kings" in the shadows of carriages and sleighs. The game's camaraderie is punctuated by the ringing of the gate—a call to the porter, revealing a grim situation in the master's household: a tragic incident involving a fatal gunshot. As the night…-
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IN EXILE
In the stark and unforgiving expanse of Siberia, by a riverbank and the flickering light of a campfire, Old Semyon, known as Canny, converses with a young Tatar, revealing the profound isolation and despair of exile. The narrative unfolds through their dialogue, contrasting experiences, and contemplations of life in a remote, desolate environment. Semyon, hardened by twenty-two years as a ferryman, claims contentment with his simple existence, devoid of desire or ambition, preaching a philosophy of…-
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III. Theory of Perception.
Henri Bergson's philosophical work, as summarized from the provided chapter, delves into the relativity of perception and the transformative journey from common experience to profound action. Bergson distinguishes between fact and construction, proposing a series where each term can be seen as fact to the following terms and constructed in relation to preceding ones, aiming for a "contact with pure immediacy." This effort signifies a critical journey from complexity to simplicity in understanding…-
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II. Immediacy.
A New Philosophy: Henri Bergson This chapter introduces Henri Bergson's philosophy, centering on the concept of duration as its foundational intuition. Bergson's philosophy is distinguished by its emphasis on action and the intuition of time, challenging the traditional static view of existence. The chapter outlines Bergson's critical approach to understanding and evaluating philosophy, not through isolated propositions but through the holistic experience of duration, illuminating its significance by…-
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I ‑Frivolous Cupid
Upon Harry Sterling's return to Natterley, his transformation from a schoolboy to a university-bound young adult becomes the talk of the town. At the lawn-tennis club, Harry, with his newfound maturity symbolized by the cigarette perched between his lips, is received differently by his peers: warmly by the young men, reluctantly by the younger boys, and with a mix of intrigue and formality by the girls. Among the observers is Mrs. Mortimer, who notices the significant change in Harry, remembering him as a…-
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Mother Nature, observing her world awaken from its slumber, decided it was time for her children—the plants, birds, butterflies, and all of life—to begin their busy summer endeavors. Recognizing that some of her charges needed a nudge to rouse from their rest, she called upon her trusted helpers, the Sunbeams and Raindrops, to assist in the awakening process. Addressing them affectionately as her dear helpers, Mother Nature penned a message, tasking them with the duty of dressing her plant children and…
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Growing Down
"Growing Down" and "The Roads of Happiness" reflect a nostalgic journey back to the simple, joyous essence of life, emphasizing the beauty of familial bonds and the rejection of materialistic pursuits for true contentment. In "Growing Down," the narrator recounts a personal transformation inspired by the innocence and adventures of childhood, especially through the eyes of his own children. Once consumed by aspirations of adulthood, wealth, and fame, he finds a deeper, more fulfilling joy in reverting to…-
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Further Adventures of Lad by Albert Payson Terhune is a sequel to Lad: A Dog. It continues the heartwarming tales of Lad, a courageous and intelligent collie, as he faces new challenges and adventures, showcasing his loyalty and heroism.-
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Frivolous Cupid
Frivolous Cupid by Anthony Hope is a charming romantic comedy set in the aristocratic circles of 19th-century England, where the antics of a spirited young woman, her romantic pursuits, and the complications of love and social expectations lead to a series of humorous and heartwarming events.-
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