Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
208
Language
English
Published
Oct 15, 2024
Publisher
Northwestern University Press
ISBN-10
0810147513
ISBN-13
9780810147515
Description
A diverse group of theorists and practitioners delves into the complex concept of extimacy as presented by Lacan, exploring its implications in contemporary psychoanalysis. The contributors, hailing from various academic backgrounds, provide unique insights that challenge traditional interpretations of intimacy and exteriority.
Through a series of thought-provoking essays, the work examines how extimacy plays a crucial role in understanding the self, relationships, and societal dynamics. Each piece offers a fresh perspective, inviting readers to reconsider familiar psychoanalytic paradigms.
As they navigate the intricate landscape of Lacanian theory, the authors emphasize the relevance of extimacy in grasping both individual and collective experiences. This collective effort ultimately enriches the discourse surrounding psychoanalysis, making it accessible and deeply engaging for a wide audience.
Through a series of thought-provoking essays, the work examines how extimacy plays a crucial role in understanding the self, relationships, and societal dynamics. Each piece offers a fresh perspective, inviting readers to reconsider familiar psychoanalytic paradigms.
As they navigate the intricate landscape of Lacanian theory, the authors emphasize the relevance of extimacy in grasping both individual and collective experiences. This collective effort ultimately enriches the discourse surrounding psychoanalysis, making it accessible and deeply engaging for a wide audience.
Genres
Philosophy