Donald Meltzer: A Contemporary Introduction

Meg Harris Williams provides an accessible introduction to the works of influential psychoanalyst Donald Meltzer, covering key themes such as sexuality, dreams, psychosis, perversion, and aesthetics. It explores Meltzer's views on psychoanalysis as an investigative method and his intuitive understanding of dreams backed by scholarly interests in philosophy and linguistics. The book offers a comprehensive overview of Meltzer's published work and includes insights into his clinical seminars and supervisions. It is part of the Routledge Introductions to Contemporary Psychoanalysis series and will be valuable to psychoanalysts, clinicians, and scholars interested in Meltzer's ideas, as well as those seeking an introduction to his work.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 19 November 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In this captivating and illuminating work, Meg Harris Williams offers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the profound insights of influential psychoanalyst Donald Meltzer. Spanning a wide range of topics, including sexuality, dreams, psychosis, perversion, and aesthetics, the book delves into Meltzer's thought-provoking ideas and his groundbreaking work with both children and adults.

At the heart of this book lies Meltzer's profound exploration of the nature of psychoanalysis itself, as an investigative method facilitated by the collaborative efforts of two individuals. His intuitive understanding of dreams is further enriched by his scholarly pursuits in philosophy and linguistics, lending depth and richness to his theories.

Through meticulous research and thoughtful organization, the book provides readers with a unique glimpse into Meltzer's clinical seminars and supervisions, offering a firsthand account of his clinical expertise. Additionally, it offers a comprehensive overview of his published work, meticulously compiled by someone who had the privilege of working closely with Meltzer for many years.

By contextualizing Meltzer's ideas within contemporary perspectives, this fresh approach to his work ensures that his rich and complex theories about the human inner world are accessible to a broad audience. Part of the esteemed Routledge Introductions to Contemporary Psychoanalysis series, this book holds immense significance for psychoanalysts, clinicians, scholars familiar with Meltzer's ideas, and those seeking an introductory foray into his profound work.

Weight: 313g
Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367422233