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About William James
American philosopher and psychologist
William James was an American philosopher and psychologist. He lived in the late 19th century and is often called the father of American psychology. He has 152 quotes on the site. He was the first educator to teach a psychology course in the United States. James is regarded as one of the leading thinkers of his time and as one of the most influential philosophers. His work helped shape the study of psychology in America.
More from William James (152 quotes) →Other sayings from William James
- “Our intelligence cannot wall itself up alive, like a pupa in a chrysalis. It must at any cost keep on speakin…”William James
- “The world is all the richer for having a devil in it, so long as we keep our foot upon his neck.”William James
- “קיים הבדל קטן בין אדם לחברו, אך הבדל זה הוא הכול.”William James
- “פעולה איננה גורמת לאושר תמיד, אך אין בנמצא אושר ללא פעולה.”William James
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- “Grounded by healthy self-esteem and personal self-worth, this admirable character quality can inspire awe and…”Susan C. Young
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Books by William James
The Varieties of Religious Experience
1902
Pluralistic Universe
1909