
Joel Whitebook, "Freud: An Intellectual Biography" (Cambridge UP, 2017)
New Books in Critical Theory
Freud's Legacy: Life, Theory, and Introspection
This chapter delves into the intricate relationship between Freud's life experiences and his theoretical developments, emphasizing the often overlooked theme of motherhood. It navigates the tensions between understanding a scholar's contributions within their personal context while avoiding reductionism. Furthermore, the discussion highlights the challenges of fostering introspection in a distraction-filled world, which complicates the relevance of psychoanalysis today.
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