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“The mind of your own enemy, the pupil, is working away from you, as keenly and eagerly as is the mind of the commander on the other side from the scientific general. Just what the respective enemies want and think, and what they know or do not know, are as hard things for the teachers as for the general to find out.”

Quote by William James

Book:Talks to Teachers on Psychology and to Students on Some of Life's Ideals

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Talks to Teachers on Psychology and to Students on Some of Life's Ideals

This book compiles lectures that delve into psychological principles and explore fundamental life values, intended for both teachers and students to enhance their understanding and application of these concepts in their respective roles. 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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