John Dewey

Philosopher

Birthday October 20, 1859

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Burlington, VT

DEATH DATE Jun 1, 1952 (92)

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About

Philosopher, psychologist, and educational reformer who specialized in nature, art, and ethics. He pioneered pragmatism and functional psychology.

Before Fame

He attended the University of Vermont and Johns Hopkins University.

Trivia

He published several books on philosophy, including Experience and Nature from 1925.

Family Life

He had six children with his wife Alice Chipman.

Associated With

He followed Jeremy Bentham's generation of influential philosophers.