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A collection of defining documents from one of America's most influential thinkers. Marked by a rare combination of penetrating thought and virtuosic style, the writings of William James represent one of America's most original contributions to the history of ideas. Ranging from philosophy... read more
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First Sentence edit
In the preface to that admirable collection of essays of his called 'Heretics,' Mr. Chesterton8 writes these words: "There are some people-and I am one of them-who think that the most practical and important thing about a man is still his view of the universe.
Authors & Contributors edit
- William James (Author)
Classification edit
- Library of Congress: Add the Library of Congress Classification.
- Dewey: 191
Subjects edit
- Books › Nonfiction › Philosophy › Movements › Pragmatism
- Books › History › Americas › United States › 19th Century
- Books › Nonfiction › Philosophy › History & Surveys
- Books › History › Historical Study › History of Ideas
- Books › Nonfiction › Politics
- Books › Literature & Fiction › Essays
- Books › Religion & Spirituality
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