The Letters of William James, Vol. 2

"The Letters of William James, Vol. 2" by William James is a collection of correspondence that sheds light on the personal and professional life of the renowned philosopher and psychologist, written in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The collection delves into James's thoughts on various subjects, including philosophy, psychology, and personal matters, offering readers insights into his intellectual pursuits and familial relationships. The opening of this volume captures the essence of William James's life as he navigates the challenges and triumphs of his academic career. At this time, James finds himself shifting away from strict psychological inquiries to embrace broader philosophical questions, expressing a growing disdain for being labeled solely as a psychologist. Through a series of letters, he discusses his experiences in teaching and lecturing while reflecting on his fatigue and struggle with the demands of academia, culminating in an exhaustion that leads him to seek solace in nature. This portion of the work serves both as a personal diary and an intellectual manifesto, showcasing his evolving thoughts as he grapples with life's complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

William James was an American philosopher and psychologist, and the first educator to offer a psychology course in the United States. James is considered to be a leading thinker of the late 19th century, one of the most influential philosophers of the United States, and the "Father of American psychology."