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George Herbert Mead

American philosopher, sociologist, and psychologist.

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American philosopher, sociologist, and psychologist.

George Herbert Mead (February 27, 1863 – April 26, 1931) was an American philosopher, sociologist, and psychologist, primarily affiliated with the University of Chicago. He was one of the key figures in the development of pragmatism. He is regarded as one of the founders of symbolic interactionism, and was an important influence on what has come to be referred to as the Chicago School of Sociology.

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Achievements and distinctions

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    American philosopher, sociologist, and psychologist.

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    Carus Lectures

Career and education

Employers and institutions

University of Chicago · University of Michigan

Education

Harvard University · Oberlin College · Oberlin Academy

Fields of work

philosophy

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