Elizabeth Holloway Marston

Psychologist and author of Wonder Woman

Elizabeth Holloway Marston - Psychologist and author of Wonder Woman
Born

February 20th, 1893
132 years ago

Died

1993
32 years ago — 100 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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Contributed to the field of psychology and authored works exploring social issues. Co-created the character Wonder Woman in 1941, which reflected progressive ideas of gender roles. Worked alongside her partner William Moulton Marston, influencing comic book culture and gender representation. Engaged in the study of emotions and human behavior, publishing research that combined psychology with popular media.

Co-created Wonder Woman

Published psychological research

Authored books on psychology

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