William James
Philosopher

William James Net Worth

He earned his wealth from his books, lectures, and teaching. William James was a renowned Philosopher who had a net worth of $30 million. He was born in New York City in 1842 and was the first educator to introduce a psychology course in the U.S. He was the author of several books on the different branches of psychology and earned his wealth from his books, lectures, and teaching.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day January 11, 1842
Birth Place New York City, NY
Age 177 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Capricorn

💰 Net worth: $30 million (2024)

About

The first educator to introduce a psychology course in the U.S. and author of several books on the different branches of psychology.

Before Fame

He attended Harvard Medical School. He later became known as the Father of American Psychology.

Trivia

He enjoyed discussing and writing about free will, carrying on the legacy of philosopher Immanuel Kant.

Family Life

He was married to Alice Gibbens and his brother was famous novelist Henry James.

Associated With

He, Charles Sanders Peirce, and John Dewey all pioneered pragmatism and were founders of functional psychology.

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