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Social Sciences - Hating, Abhorring and Wishing to Destroy (The New Library of Psychoanalysis 'Beyond the Couch' Series)

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Book Synopsis: The kinds of hatreds that analysts have assumed make up part of the unspoken backdrop of Western civilization have now erupted into our daily foreground. This book, consisting of essays from eleven psychoanalysts, responds to that eruption.

The five essays of Part 1, “Hating in the first person plural,” take on the pervasive impact of structured forms of hatred – racism, misogyny, homophobia, and transphobia. These malignant forces are put into action by large- and small-group identifications. Even the action of the apparent “lone wolf” inevitably enacts loyal membership in a surrounding community. The hating entity is always “we.”

In Part 2, “The racialized object/the racializing subject,” the essays’ focus narrows to an examination of racist expressions of “hating, abhorring, and wishing to destroy.” A particular focus is the state of excitement attached to this form of hatred, to its sadistic origins, and to the endless array of objects offered to the racializing subject.

In Part 3, “This land: whose is it, really?,” its two essays focus on symbolic and physical violence targeting the natural world. We expand the traditional field of psychoanalytic inquiry to include the natural world, the symbolic meaning of its “trees,” and the psychopolitical meanings of its land.

This book offers a psychoanalytically informed guide to understanding and working against hatreds in clinical work and in everyday life and will appeal to training and experienced psychoanalysts, as well as anyone with an interest in current political and cultural climates.

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Are you tired of the pervasive impact of hatred in society? Introducing 'Hating, Abhorring and Wishing to Destroy' from the acclaimed New Library of Psychoanalysis 'Beyond the Couch' Series. This thought-provoking book, crafted by eleven renowned psychoanalysts, delves into the structured forms of hatred that have taken root in our daily lives. From racism to misogyny, homophobia to transphobia, this book explores the origins and impact of these malignant forces. By understanding the roots of hatred, we can work towards a brighter future.

In this captivating read, the authors dissect the sadistic origins and racialized expressions of hate. You'll gain deep insights into the emotional state of excitement attached to this form of hatred and discover the endless array of objects offered to the racializing subject. By shining a light on these deep-seated issues, 'Hating, Abhorring and Wishing to Destroy' equips you with the knowledge to confront and dismantle hate in all its forms.

But it doesn't stop there! 'Hating, Abhorring and Wishing to Destroy' expands the boundaries of psychoanalytic inquiry, examining the intersections of violence and the natural world. By exploring the symbolic meaning of nature and the psychopolitical implications of land ownership, this book transcends traditional psychoanalytic discourse. It's a guide that goes beyond the clinic, providing insights into tackling hatred both in clinical settings and everyday life.

Don't miss out on this powerful resource for understanding and combating society's hatreds. Whether you're a seasoned psychoanalyst or someone with a keen interest in the cultural and political landscapes, 'Hating, Abhorring and Wishing to Destroy' is a must-read. Click here to grab your copy today and join the movement for a more compassionate world.

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