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Yesterday
Chapter 41 opens with a reflection on the fluid nature of ability and memory in the game of golf, delving into the narrator's observations and experiences. Despite being relatively new to golf, having played for scarcely a year, the narrator, who self-identifies as a 'dub' or novice, has noticed a recurring theme among his golfing companions. Regardless of their performance, there seems to be a universal refrain: they performed better "yesterday." This lamentation spans across various situations on the…-
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When the World Tips Over
When the World Tips Over by James F. Lawrence follows a group of characters facing societal collapse and personal crisis. As they navigate political upheaval and survival, the novel explores themes of resilience and the human spirit in times of uncertainty.-
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When Mother Sleeps
The poem "When Mother Sleeps" delicately navigates the profound vigilance and unconditional love of a mother, juxtaposing her deep slumbers with the acute awareness she has for her baby's needs. Despite the intrusion of loud noises or the chaos of the world outside, a mother’s sleep remains undisturbed, symbolizing the depth of her exhaustion and the peace she finds in rare moments of rest. However, the narrative quickly shifts to emphasize the instant, almost magical awakening that occurs at her…-
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When Mother Cooked With Wood
The chapter wistfully remembers a bygone era, focusing on the warm and fragrant memories associated with a wood-powered kitchen. It begins with the narrator not disputing the efficiency and modernity of gas ranges but hearkening back to a time when the preparation of food was more intimately tied to manual labor and the natural element of wood. The narrative conveys a nostalgia for the tactile experiences of chopping wood and the daily chores that were a fundamental part of life before the convenience of…-
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VIII. Conclusion.
In the discussed chapter of "A New Philosophy: Henri Bergson," the narrative delves into Bergson's critiques and expansion of the concept of reason, emphasizing two fundamental types of order: geometric and vital. Bergson is portrayed as moving away from a rigid, rationalist understanding of the universe to embrace a more organic, evolutionary perspective. The chapter contrasts the static, predictable pattern of geometric order with the dynamic, creative flux of vital order, arguing that reality…-
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Henri Bergson, in "A New Philosophy," delves into the essence of evolution, knowledge, intuition, and intelligence, arguing against the static depiction of reason as depicted by Kant and advocating for a dynamic understanding of these concepts rooted in life's creative and evolutionary processes. Bergson criticizes the conventional approach to the theory of knowledge, which relies on analyzing the mind's spontaneous works—like perception and science—from a regressive and critical standpoint, a method…
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VII LISPENARD STREET
VII Lispenard Street marks the starting point of a journey filled with remembrance and sorrow. On the second anniversary of a devastating event, the narrator and their close companions leave New York behind, seeking refuge in Rome, where memories of grief and loss feel slightly less oppressive. Their visit coincides with a ceremony at the American Academy, a tribute to a young architect’s scholarship funded by the Irvine family in memory of their late son. Despite the gathering of familiar faces and the…-
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The chapter from "A New Philosophy: Henri Bergson" delves into the essentials of perception, the intricacies of consciousness, and the evolutionary philosophy that Bergson proposed. It begins by challenging the traditional notion that perception is housed within the subject, arguing instead for the immediacy of perception as existing within both the subject and object, thereby dismissing the fundamental relativity theses as a mere "trick of speech." Subsequent sections tackle the problem of evolution,…
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Vacation Time
Vacation Time opens with the nostalgic recollections of vacation anticipation during school days. The narrator fondly remembers how, as a boy, he would daydream of play and freedom, eagerly awaiting the end of school to enjoy the outdoors and adventures that awaited him beyond the classroom. His attention would often drift away from his studies, lost in fantasies of romping and racing outside, especially during the agonizingly slow final two weeks of the term. He humorously recounts how questions from…-
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In "A New Philosophy: Henri Bergson," the author delves into Bergson's revolutionary thoughts on consciousness, duration, and liberty. The essence of Bergson's philosophy rests on the critique of the conventional understanding of time and consciousness. He argues against the quantification of psychological processes, emphasizing instead the qualitative and continuous nature of consciousness. Bergson criticizes the mechanical psychology of associationism, typified by thinkers like Taine and Stuart Mill, for…
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