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A People’s History of Psychoanalysis presents a critical examination of psychoanalytic thought and practice from a social and political perspective. Rather than focusing solely on the biographical narratives of key figures like Freud, this work traces how psychoanalysis emerged from and responded to the social conditions of its time.
The authors, Florent Gabarron-Garcia and Shuli Branson, investigate the intersections between psychoanalysis and movements for social change, labor activism, and cultural development. They explore how psychoanalytic ideas have been appropriated, contested, and transformed across different contexts and communities, offering readers a more inclusive and nuanced understanding of the discipline’s history.
This book is essential for those interested in the history of psychology, critical theory, and social movements, providing valuable insights into how intellectual traditions are shaped by broader historical forces and popular struggles.
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