Lacan and Race: Racism, Identity, and Psychoanalytic Theory

This edited volume utilizes Lacanian psychoanalytic theory to explore the conscious and unconscious forces underlying race as a social formation, offering new perspectives on race, racial identity, and racism. Contributions from Lacanian scholars cover various topics, including white nationalism, Afropessimism, postcolonialism, apartheid, American slavery, clinical reflections, and applications of Lacan's concepts to processes of racialization. The book reorients readers' understanding of race through the deployment of Lacanian theory and redefines the Lacanian subject in relation to race, racism, and racial identification. It will be a valuable resource for psychoanalytic theorists and scholars of race across psychology, cultural studies, humanities, politics, and sociology.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 324 pages
Publication date: 09 July 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This edited volume delves into the intricate tapestry of Lacanian psychoanalytic theory, shedding light on the profound and multifaceted forces that shape race as a social formation. By conceptualizing race, racial identity, and racism in novel and innovative ways, it pushes the boundaries of traditional psychoanalytic thought. Contributions from esteemed Lacanian scholars hailing from diverse geographical and disciplinary backgrounds grace the pages of this comprehensive collection, encompassing a wide range of topics. From the examination of white nationalism and the ongoing debates surrounding confederate monuments to the exploration of emergent theories of race rooted in Afropessimism and postcolonialism, the chapters delve into the complex dynamics of racism across different historical contexts. Clinical reflections on Latinx and other racialized patients offer valuable insights into the lived experiences of individuals grappling with racial identity, while applications of Lacans concepts of the lamella, drive, and sexuation shed light on the processes of racialization.

Through its deployment of Lacanian theory, this collection reorients readers' understanding of race, offering a fresh perspective that challenges preconceived notions and expands our collective knowledge. Moreover, it redefines the very concept of the Lacanian subject by exploring the intricate interplay between subjectivity, race, racism, and racial identification. Lacan and Race emerges as a seminal text for psychoanalytic theorists and scholars of race, captivating readers across psychology, cultural studies, humanities, politics, and sociology. Its rich insights and thought-provoking discussions will undoubtedly contribute to shaping our understanding of this critical social phenomenon.

Weight: 474g
Dimension: 151 x 229 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367345976