Margaret Rustin , Michael Rustin
Reading Klein (New Library of Psychoanalysis Teaching Series)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415452946
- author:
- Margaret Rustin , Michael Rustin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 190
- Dimensions:
- 1.3 x 17.1 x 24.1 cm
- Genre:
- Health, Family & Lifestyle, Psychology & Psychiatry, Schools of Thought, Margaret Rustin, Michael Rustin,Reading Klein (New Library of Psychoanalysis Teaching Series),Routledge,0415452945,Psychology: Textbooks & Study Guides,Psychology,Child analysis
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Reading Klein provides an accessible introduction to Melanie Klein's influential psychoanalytic work. This book presents substantial extracts from her writings, accompanied by commentaries that explore their significance. It offers a comprehensive overview of Klein's contributions over nearly 40 years, covering key areas such as theory and clinical practice. The first part of the book focuses on Klein's theoretical and clinical achievements, highlighting her sensitivity to patients' needs and remarkable ability to understand unconscious anxieties. The second part delves into the impact of her ideas on morality, aesthetics, and society, featuring writings by both Klein herself and her associates. This book is a valuable resource for those interested in psychoanalysis, providing a clear account of Klein's published work and its enduring relevance to clinical practice and understanding of the human mind.