 | William James and a Science of Religions: Reexperiencing The Varieties of Religious Experience Subjects: James William 1842–1910 Varieties of religious experience; Experience (Religion); Psychology Religious; Religion; Conversion; The "science of religion" is an important element in the interpretation of William James's work and in the methodology of the study of religion. An authority on pragmatism and the philosophy of religion, Wayne Proudfoot and a stellar group of contributors from a variety of disciplines including religion, philosophy, psychology, and history, bring innovative perspectives to James's work. Wayne Proudfoot is professor of religion at Columbia University. His books include God and Self and Religious Experience. He lives in New York City. |
