“Mental fire is what won't burn real sticks; mental water is what won't necessarily (though of course it may) put out even a mentalfire.”
Quote by William James
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Essays in Radical Empiricism
This book delves into the philosophical theory of radical empiricism, examining its principles and implications in various contexts. more
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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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