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“Truth lives, in fact, for the most part on a credit system. Our thoughts and beliefs pass, so long as nothing challenges them, just as bank-notes pass so long as nobody refuses them.”

Quote by William James

Book:Pragmatism: A New Name for Some Old Ways of Thinking (New Thought Edition - Secret Library)

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Pragmatism: A New Name for Some Old Ways of Thinking (New Thought Edition - Secret Library)

Pragmatism: A New Name for Some Old Ways of Thinking is a philosophical treatise that delves into the principles of pragmatism. The New Thought Edition series is known for its reimagining of classic texts, and this volume is no exception. The Secret Library is a publisher that specializes in rare and out-of-print works, making this edition particularly unique. more

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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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