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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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