Friendship with William James
Poet involved
What happened
In the 1890s, George Santayana developed a close friendship with philosopher William James while at Harvard. Their intellectual exchanges greatly influenced Santayana's philosophical outlook and poetic sensibilities, as they shared a deep interest in the nature of reality and human experience.
Literary impact
This friendship enriched Santayana's understanding of pragmatism and its implications for poetry. The discussions with James encouraged him to explore the relationship between thought and emotion, which became a hallmark of his poetic style.
Source: Wikipedia
