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Book Synopsis: Within this important and insightful book, Sally Swartz introduces readers to early entanglements of psychoanalytic theory with colonialism and how it has led to significant and long-lasting implications for psychoanalysis. Psychoanalysis and Colonialism is unique in drawing together a wide array of sources and a span of history from the beginnings of psychoanalysis to current theory and practice. The book explores ways in which Freudian theory incorporated the idea of the primitive into the centre of mapping the untamed territories of the unconscious, via notions of taming instinctual excess, civilizing the primitive and conquering and bringing order to wildness. The text describes the influences of colonialism on the thinking of Freud and Jung and goes on to describe anti-colonial voices, including Césaire and Mannoni, Memmi and Fanon, and their contribution to psychoanalytic theory. It concludes with thoughts on the challenges of decolonizing psychoanalysis.
This book is an accessible account of the links between colonialism and psychoanalysis and is suitable for general readers with an interest in the topic, as well as all psychoanalytic practitioners grappling with the ways in which issues of race, class, gender and sexuality affect their ways of working and writing.
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Discover the fascinating and thought-provoking world of psychoanalysis and colonialism with "Psychoanalysis and Colonialism" by Sally Swartz. This groundbreaking book delves deep into the entanglements between psychoanalytic theory and colonialism, unraveling the significant implications it has on contemporary psychoanalysis.
With an impressive collection of sources and a historical journey from the inception of psychoanalysis to present-day theory and practice, Sally Swartz explores how Freudian theory intricately wove the concept of the primitive into the exploration of the untamed unconscious. Unveiling notions of taming instinctual excess, civilizing the primitive, and bringing order to wildness, "Psychoanalysis and Colonialism" presents a captivating narrative.
Uncover the influences of colonialism on the groundbreaking ideas of Freud and Jung, and gain insights into the voices of anti-colonial thinkers such as Césaire, Mannoni, Memmi, and Fanon, and their contributions to psychoanalytic theory. By the end of the book, you'll be challenged to contemplate the decolonization of psychoanalysis.
Whether you're a general reader with a curious mind or a psychoanalytic practitioner seeking to understand and navigate the complexities of race, class, gender, and sexuality, "Psychoanalysis and Colonialism" is a must-read. Expand your knowledge and step into the realm where psychology and colonial history converge.
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