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Essays in Popular Philosophy: Top Essays

This book compiles a selection of essays that delve into a range of philosophical subjects, offering insights and discussions suitable for readers with an interest in philosophy but without specialized knowledge. more

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William James
William James

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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