Essays in Psychology

by William James

The twenty-nine articles, essays, and reviews in this volume, collected here for the first time, were published by William James over a long span of years, from 1878 (twelve years prior to "The Principles of Psychology") to 1906. Some are theoretical; others examine specific psychological phenomena or report the results of experiments James had conducted.

Written for the most part for a scholarly rather than a popular audience, they exhibit James's characteristic lucidity and persuasiveness, and they reveal the roots and development of his view on a wide range of psychological issues. As William R. Woodward notes in his Introduction, these essays "bring the reader closer to James's sources, thereby illuminating his indebtedness to tradition as well as his creative departure from it."

512 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1906

About the author

William James is an author and seasoned expert in federal government technology, known for his rare ascent from a GS-1 clerk to the federal Senior Executive Service. His distinguished career includes pivotal roles at the Defense Mapping Agency, the Pentagon, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, where he modernized IT systems, pioneered digital cartography, and expanded healthcare access for veterans. His innovative work earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Fed100 award.
The author of the memoir The Accidental Executive: Finding Purpose in Public Service, William now delves into fiction with Threads of Care: Veterans’ Stories, a novel-in-stories revealing the human heart of the VA's technical world. He is also developing Chariot of Betrayal, a techno-thriller set within the VA. A passionate advocate for public service, William enjoys exploring new technologies and working on vintage cars. He lives with his family in Vienna, Virginia.

Reviews

[Gary Jaron · Rating 4 out of 5]

Covers all the essays that James wrote and published in Psychology. An academic must for those who study William James.