Henri Bergson published 1 novel, 1 novella, 7 non-fiction books and 2 other books, beginning with Matter and Memory (1911).
Updated September 2026
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Matter and Memory
Henri Bergson's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Laughter (1900)
Novellas in order
Dreams (1914)
Non-fiction in order
Creative Evolution (1907)
Time and Free Will (1909)
Matter and Memory (1911)
An Introduction to Metaphysics (1912)
Mind-energy (1919)
The Two Sources of Morality and Religion (1932)
The Creative Mind (1965)
Other books in order
The Meaning of the War, Life & Matter in Conflict (1915)
Mind-energy, Lectures and Essays (1920)
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About Henri Bergson
Henri-Louis Bergson was a French philosopher who was influential in the traditions of analytic philosophy and continental philosophy, especially during the first half of the 20th century until the Second World War, but also after 1966 when Gilles Deleuze published Le Bergsonisme.
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Henri Bergson FAQ
- How many books has Henri Bergson written?
- Henri Bergson published 1 novel, 1 novella, 7 non-fiction books and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Henri Bergson's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Matter and Memory.
- What is Henri Bergson's last book?
- The Two Sources of Morality and Religion (1932).
- What is Henri Bergson's most famous book?
- Matter and Memory (1911) is Henri Bergson's most widely read book.
- Can I read Henri Bergson's books for free?
- Yes. 5 books by Henri Bergson are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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