The Meaning Of The War

The Meaning Of The War: Life And Matter In Conflict is a book written by the French philosopher Henri Bergson in 1915. The book is a response to the outbreak of World War I and explores the philosophical implications of the conflict. Bergson argues that the war is not just a political or military conflict, but a clash between two fundamentally different views of the world: the mechanistic view of matter and the vitalistic view of life. Bergson contends that the mechanistic view reduces everything to a series of material causes and effects, while the vitalistic view recognizes the existence of an unpredictable and creative force that animates all living things. He suggests that the war is a manifestation of the clash between these two worldviews, as the mechanistic forces of technology and industry come into conflict with the vitalistic forces of human life and creativity. Throughout the book, Bergson draws on a range of philosophical and scientific ideas to support his arguments, including the work of Darwin, Nietzsche, and Freud. He also reflects on the cultural and historical context of the war, exploring the role of nationalism, imperialism, and other social and political factors in shaping the conflict. Overall, The Meaning Of The War is a complex and thought-provoking work that offers a unique perspective on the philosophical implications of World War I. It is considered one of Bergson's most important works and a significant contribution to the philosophy of history and the philosophy of war.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.