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William James

January 11, 1842 – August 26, 1910

American philosopher and psychologist (1842–1910)

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William James was an American philosopher and psychologist. The first educator to offer a psychology course in the United States, he is considered to be one of the leading thinkers of the late 19th century, one of the most influential philosophers and is often dubbed the "father of American psychology".

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  • Birthday · January 11
  • Anniversary · August 26

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