Charles Sanders Peirce
1839–1914 · American · Late 19th Century
Known for: Founded pragmatism and modern semiotics—America's greatest logician who died in poverty because nobody could stand him
A genius who never held a permanent position due to his difficult personality and scandalous personal life. He contributed to logic, math, philosophy, and semiotics.
William James's friend and rival. He died in poverty, supported only by James's charity. Thousands of manuscript pages were assembled after his death.
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