First published 2023
Robert Samuels tackles humanity's oldest questions through a psychoanalytic lens. What defines consciousness? Does free will actually exist? Can animals truly use language? What constitutes reason? Samuels contends that psychoanalytic theory provides the key to understanding human nature and answering these age-old inquiries. He applies this framework beyond philosophical questions to examine contemporary issues like addiction, political conflict, ideology, and toxic relationships. The book targets psychotherapists alongside students and researchers in psychoanalysis, philosophy, and psychology, offering them fresh perspectives on what makes humans distinctly human.
Genres: philosophy, psychology, psychoanalysis, academic
Vibes: academic, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: academic-study, philosophical-inquiry
114 pages · Hardcover · Routledge