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Freud & Psychoanalysis (Gethsemani Studies in Psychological and Religious Anthropolo)

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Description for Freud & Psychoanalysis (Gethsemani Studies in Psychological and Religious Anthropolo) Paperback. Combining a comprehensive account of Freudian theory with a synthesis of contemporary psychoanalysis, this volume details the development of analytic theory. The author traces this evolution from the earliest stages of Freud's psychoanalytic thinking to developments such as relations theory. Series: Gethsemani Studies in Psychological & Religious Anthropology. Num Pages: 296 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JMAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454.

One hundred years after the birth of psychoanalysis, renowned scholar W. W. Meissner combines a comprehensive account of the evolution of Freud’s thought with a synthesis of contemporary psychoanalytic theory that includes the contributions of Margaret Mahler and Erik Erikson, as well as those of Heinz Hartmann, Heinz Kohut, Otto Kernberg, Ronald Fairbairn, Donald Winnicott, and Anna Freud.

Dr. Meissner details the development of psychoanalytic theory, tracing its evolution from the earliest stages of Freud’s thinking to recent developments such as object relations theory and self-psychology. A chapter on psychoanalytic therapy completes this unique and essential volume.

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Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
University of Notre Dame Press
Condition
New
Series
Gethsemani Studies in Psychological & Religious Anthropology
Number of Pages
296
Place of Publication
Notre Dame IN, United States
ISBN
9780268028558
SKU
V9780268028558
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About W. W. Meissner
W. W. Meissner, S.J., M.D. (1931-2010) was University Professor of Psychoanalysis at Boston College and Training and Supervising Analyst Emeritus at Boston Psychoanalytic Institute. He is the author of many books, including The Cultic Origins of Christianity: The Dynamics of Religious Development; and The Therapeutic Alliance: The Vital Element of Clinical Practice.

Reviews for Freud & Psychoanalysis (Gethsemani Studies in Psychological and Religious Anthropolo)
“Meissner summarizes the findings and theories of psychoanalysis in a contemporary context while emphasizing significant historical roots. He does so in a comprehensive way, covering and evaluating many important trends and theoretical perspectives. His book is thus an excellent compendium of many classical and modern views.” —Psychoanalytic Quarterly “Meissner (Boston College) offers one of the best summaries available of the ... Read more

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