William James
Modern United States Pragmatism
Biography
American philosopher and psychologist, often called the "Father of American psychology".
Life Dates
Born: January 11, 1842
Died: August 26, 1910
Notable Quotes
"The greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitudes."
"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does."
"We are like islands in the sea, separate on the surface but connected in the deep."
"The art of being wise is the art of knowing what to overlook."
"Begin to be now what you will be hereafter."