William Barrett (philosopher)

William Barrett
Born30 December 1913
New York City, U.S.
Died8 September 1992
Academic work
DisciplinePhilosophy
Sub-disciplinePolitical philosophy
InstitutionsNew York University, Pace University
Main interestsMarxism, existentialism

William Christopher Barrett (December 30, 1913 – September 8, 1992) was an American philosopher who was professor of philosophy at New York University from 1950 to 1979, and later at Pace University.