Envy And Gratitude And Other Works 1946-1963
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A landmark collection in the history of psychoanalytic thought, Envy and Gratitude and Other Works 1946-1963 gathers the mature writings of one of the most influential figures in twentieth-century psychology. Melanie Klein argues that envy — a destructive impulse directed at the source of goodness — is a primary factor in human psychological development, rooted in the earliest relationship between infant and mother. Across a series of groundbreaking papers, she presents her theory of object relations, detailing how innate drives of love and hate shape the internal world and interpersonal relationships throughout life. Written with clinical precision and intellectual depth, this volume stands as an essential reference for psychoanalysts, psychotherapists, and anyone seeking to understand the foundations of Kleinian theory.
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Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded - no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: Previous owner stamp on FEP. Cover shows minor wear with slight scuffing to the teal cover.
A landmark collection in the history of psychoanalytic thought, Envy and Gratitude and Other Works 1946-1963 gathers the mature writings of one of the most influential figures in twentieth-century psychology. Melanie Klein argues that envy — a destructive impulse directed at the source of goodness — is a primary factor in human psychological development, rooted in the earliest relationship between infant and mother. Across a series of groundbreaking papers, she presents her theory of object relations, detailing how innate drives of love and hate shape the internal world and interpersonal relationships throughout life. Written with clinical precision and intellectual depth, this volume stands as an essential reference for psychoanalysts, psychotherapists, and anyone seeking to understand the foundations of Kleinian theory.
