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“I wished by treating Psychology like a natural science, to help her become one.”

Quote by William James

Book:Essays in Psychology

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Essays in Psychology

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William James, born on January 11, 1842, and died on August 26, 1910, was an influential American philosopher, psychologist, and writer. He is considered one of the founders of functionalism in psychology and has had a profound impact on the fields of psychology, philosophy, and religion. more

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