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William James: In The Maelstrom Of American Modernism
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The Definitive Biography Of The Fascinating William James, Whose Life And Writing Put An Indelible Stamp On Psychology, Philosophy, Teaching, And Religion On Modernism Itselfpivotal Member Of The Metaphysical Club, Author Of The Varieties Of Religious Experience, Eldest Sibling In The Extraordinary James Family, William Emerges Here As An Immensely Complex And Curious Man.William James, Ten Years In The Making, Draws On A Vast Number Of Unpublished Letters, Journals, And Family Records To Illuminate What James Himself Called The Buzzing Blooming Confusion Of His Life. Richardson Shows James Struggling To Achieve Amid The Domestic Chaos And Intellectual Brilliance Of His Father, His Brother Henry, And His Sister Alice. There Are Portraits Of James'S Early Years As A Student At The Appallingly Hidebound Harvard Of The 1860S. And There Are The Harrowing Suicidal Episodes, After Which James, Still A Young Man, Turns From Depression To Action With A Heave Of Will. Through Impassioned Scholarship, Richardson Illuminates James'S Hugely Influential Works: The Varieties, Principles Of Psychology, Talks To Teachers, And Pragmatism.As A Longtime Professor James Taught Courage And Risktaking. He Was W.E.B. Du Bois'S Adviser And Teacher, And He Told Another Of His Students, Gertrude Stein, To Reject Nothing That Rejecting Anything Was The Beginning Of The End For An Intellectual. One Of The Great Figures In Mysticism, James Coined The Phrase Stream Of Consciousness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'William James: In the Maelstrom of American Modernism'? A: The biography focuses on the life and works of William James, exploring his contributions to psychology, philosophy, and modernism through extensive research and personal letters.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The author is Robert D. Richardson, who has spent ten years researching and writing this definitive biography of William James.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include William James's struggles with mental health, his role in the Metaphysical Club, and his influence on modern thought and education.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with William James? A: Yes, the biography provides a comprehensive overview of William James's life, making it accessible to readers new to his work and ideas.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 656 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of William James's life and contributions.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition' with an item condition rating of 'Acceptable'.
- Q: When was this biography published? A: The biography was published on September 14, 2007.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What kind of audience would benefit from reading this biography? A: This biography is beneficial for students, scholars, and anyone interested in psychology, philosophy, or the history of modernism.
- Q: Does the book include personal accounts or letters from William James? A: Yes, the biography draws on a vast number of unpublished letters, journals, and family records to provide insight into William James's life.