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Earle, William, 1919-1988

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1919 - 1988

Biography

William A. Earle was a member of Northwestern University's Department of Philosophy from 1948-1982, specializing in existentialism, phenomenology, and the aesthetics of the cinema. He was, in fact, largely responsible for introducing the continental philosophy of existentialism and phenomenology to the American academic community.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

William A. Earle (1919-1988) Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 11/3/20/4
Abstract

The papers of William A. Earle (a member of Northwestern University's Department of Philosophy from 1948-1982) fill one box and date between 1941 and 1988. The collection consists of biographical materials, his writings (dissertations; and other writings), and correspondence. The biographical materials include Earle's diplomas, his undergraduate convocation program, press releases, resumes, and obituaries.

Dates: 1941-1988