"The Letters of William James, Vol. 2" by William James unveils the intimate world of the famous philosopher and psychologist through his personal letters from the late 1800s and early 1900s. These letters explore James's views on philosophy, psychology, and his life, giving readers a peek into his mind and family connections. The book starts with James moving away from hardcore psychology to tackle bigger philosophical ideas, as he dislikes being only known as a psychologist. Sharing his ups and downs as a teacher, he talks about how tired he is with academic work, and how he looks for comfort in nature. This part of the book acts like both a private journal and a statement of his beliefs, showing how his thoughts changed as he dealt with life's hard questions.
The Letters of William James, Vol. 2
By William James
Discover the inner world of a brilliant thinker as he wrestles with demanding work, philosophical shifts, and the search for peace.
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About the AuthorWilliam James was an American philosopher and psychologist, and the first educator to offer a psychology course in the United States. James is considered to be a leading thinker of the late 19th century, one of the most influential philosophers of the United States, and the "Father of American psychology."
William James was an American philosopher and psychologist, and the first educator to offer a psychology course in the United States. James is considered to be a leading thinker of the late 19th century, one of the most influential philosophers of the United States, and the "Father of American psychology."
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