William Moulton Marston
American psychologist, lawyer, inventor, and comic book writer
William Moulton Marston (May 9, 1893 – May 2, 1947), also known by the pen name Charles Moulton (/ˈmoʊltən/) was an American psychologist and comic book writer. He invented an early version of the lie detector. He was also known as a self-help author and comic book writer who created the character Wonder Woman.[2][3]
William Moulton Marston | |
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![]() Marston in 1938 | |
Born | Saugus, Massachusetts, U.S. | May 9, 1893
Died | May 2, 1947 Rye, New York, U.S. | (aged 53)
Cause of death | Cancer |
Resting place | Bethel Cemetery Elmwood Section in Bethel, Connecticut, U.S. |
Nationality | American |
Other names | Charles Moulton |
Education | Harvard University |
Occupation(s) | Psychologist Inventor Writer |
Employer(s) | American University, Tufts University |
Known for | Systolic blood-pressure test, Self-help writer, Advocate for women's potential, Creator of Wonder Woman,[1] Important contributor to DISC |
Successor | Robert Kanigher on Wonder Woman |
Spouse | Elizabeth Holloway Marston |
Partner | Olive Byrne |
Children | 4 |
References
change- ↑ Garner, Dwight. "Books – Her Past Unchained 'The Secret History of Wonder Woman' by Jill Lepore". New York Times. Retrieved October 24, 2014.
- ↑ "BU Alumni Web :: Bostonia :: Fall 2001". Archived from the original on January 4, 2007.
- ↑ "OUR TOWNS; She's Behind the Match For That Man of Steel". nytimes.com. February 18, 1992. Retrieved March 27, 2018.