Dictionary of Jewish Biography

ADLER, FELIX

(1851-1933)
American philosopher and educator. He founded the Society for Ethical Culture in 1876, and in 1902 was appointed professor of social ethics at Columbia University. He viewed ethical culture as a way of applying morality to modern life. An elaboration of his philosophy is contained inAn Ethical Philosophy of Life.

  1. adler, felix—Born in Clinton Iowa Felix Adler became one of the most famous whitefaced clowns in America for the Ringling Circus. His grotesque white makeupstrong exaggerated costumes...The Historical Dictionary of the American Theater