On memory and reminiscence

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'On Memory and Reminiscence' is a treatise by Aristotle exploring the nature and processes of memory and recall.

Aristotle delves into the psychological aspects of memory, examining how memories are formed, retained, and retrieved.

He introduces the concept of memory as an imprint or image left by sensory experiences.

Aristotle discusses the relationship between memory, perception, and time, suggesting that memory involves a recognition of past experiences.

The work explores the differences between memory and recollection, with recollection involving a deliberate search for past experiences.

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Mentioned by Mark Kreisler as the author of 'On Memory and Reminiscence', which shaped the understanding of memory for 2,000 years.
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