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“The faculty of voluntarily bringing back a wandering attention, over and over again, is the very root of judgment, character, and will... An education which should improve this faculty would be the education par excellence.”

Quote by William James

Book:Psychology: The Briefer Course
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Psychology: The Briefer Course

This book provides a succinct yet comprehensive introduction to the field of psychology, covering key theories and topics in an accessible manner. 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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