Melanie Klein's Narrative of an Adult Analysis

The book "Narrative of an Adult Analysis" by Melanie Klein provides a detailed account of her work with an adult patient, Mr. B, from 1934 to 1949. It includes fully edited sessional notes and critical commentary by Christine English, offering insight into Klein's interventions and theories. This unique and vivid record is essential reading for psychoanalysts, psychotherapists, and researchers interested in Klein's work.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 194 pages
Publication date: 06 June 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Melanie Klein's Narrative of an Adult Analysis provides a comprehensive account of her work with an adult patient, Mr. B, spanning from 1934 to 1949. This volume includes fully edited sessional notes made by Klein, offering a detailed insight into her therapeutic approach. Christine English, a renowned scholar, has expertly collated, curated, and annotated Klein's original notes from the Melanie Klein Archive. English provides extensive critical commentary, as well as a thorough introduction to the case, allowing readers to gain a deep understanding of this fascinating clinical case. Throughout the book, English offers a rare opportunity to witness the working practice of one of the most eminent analysts of her time. She provides a clear and detailed record of Kleins interventions and thinking, showcasing her sensitivity, intuition, and influential theories. This unique and vivid record demonstrates Kleins technical approach in great detail, revealing her clinical skills and the development of her theories.

This book is a vital resource for psychoanalysts, psychoanalytic psychotherapists, and other therapists interested in Klein's work. It will also be of interest to post-graduate clinicians, psychoanalytic theoreticians, academics, and researchers who are concerned with psychoanalytic ideas and the work of Melanie Klein. The comprehensive nature of this analysis makes it an essential addition to the literature on psychoanalysis and clinical practice.

Weight: 332g
Dimension: 156 x 235 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032446875