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Aristotle

Ancient Greek philosopher, foundational figure in Western thought.

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Also known as Aristotle

First appearance: lecture i the types of philosophic thinking

Aristotle shows up with force in Lecture VII: The Continuity of Experience. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned alongside Plato as part of the traditional Oxford devotion that James contrasts with Bergson's sensationalism.
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In Lecture VII: The Continuity of Experience: Mentioned alongside Plato as part of the traditional Oxford devotion that James contrasts with Bergson's sensationalism. Later, in Lecture VIII: Conclusions: James suggests…

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THT. H. GreenGWGeorg Wilhelm …PLPlatoIKImmanuel KantGTGustav Theodor…ARAristotle

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