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Wilhelm Wundt: Quick Facts

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Born August 16, 1832 • Germany
Died August 31, 1920 (aged 88) • Germany
Notable Works “Principles of Physiological Psychology”
Subjects Of Study experimental psychology • apperception • introspection

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Engraved portrait of Wilhelm Wundt, shown in profile with glasses, a full beard, and a bow tie, wearing a suit.
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