Paul Marcus ist ein Psychoanalytiker, dessen Werk den Schnittpunkt zwischen Psychologie und philosophischen Lebensfragen erforscht. Seine Schriften schöpfen oft aus einem tiefen Verständnis der menschlichen Psyche und untersuchen Wege, wie wir eine erfülltere Existenz erreichen können. Durch seine Texte bietet Marcus aufschlussreiche Einblicke in die Komplexität menschlicher Erfahrungen und regt die Leser an, über ihren eigenen Weg zu einem guten Leben nachzudenken. Sein Ansatz ist zutiefst humanistisch und darauf ausgerichtet, das Leben durch Selbstwahrnehmung und philosophische Kontemplation zu bereichern.
Eine Wiederentdeckung eines vergessenen Autors und seines Buches über die turbulente Kultur der zwanziger Jahre. Es behandelt Film, Theater, Literatur, Musik, Sport und die politische Bedrohung durch die Nazis. Der Autor, ein begabter Journalist, bietet lebendige Einblicke und unterhaltsame Anekdoten aus erster Hand.
This comprehensive guide will assist anyone involved in the criminal justice system and will serve as an especially valuable guide for new prosecutors or defense attorneys entering the field. The text gives a broad overview of criminal procedure from investigation all the way through post-conviction reviews. The authors discuss complex topics such as standing, fruit of the poisonous tree, car stops, the privilege against self-incrimination, eyewitness identification, habeas corpus, and double jeopardy in both the civilian and military settings. All the principal Supreme Court decisions are explained: Mapp, Gates, Gideon, Wade, Miranda, Brady, and many others.
The book explores the integration of spirituality into psychoanalysis, arguing that classic religious texts like Ecclesiastes, St. Augustine's Confessions, the Koran, and the Bhagavad Gita can enrich the field. It highlights the current crisis in psychoanalysis, stemming from its disconnection from spiritual and moral insights found in ancient wisdom. The author posits that spirituality is a fundamental aspect of the psyche, emphasizing the human quest for self-transcendence and connection with the Infinite as essential to understanding human nature.
Applying psychoanalytic insights to a pivotal text of wisdom literature, this work explores the Ethics of the Fathers, an ethical tractate of the Talmud. It delves into the intersection of psychoanalysis and ancient wisdom, offering a unique perspective on moral and ethical teachings. Through this lens, the book examines the psychological dimensions of ethical behavior and the complexities of human relationships as reflected in the text.
In Dialogue with Martin Buber and Gabriel Marcel
Exploring the intersection of existential psychiatry and psychoanalysis, this work delves into the profound insights of Ludwig Binswanger, who highlighted the significance of the human spirit in therapeutic success. Through a dialogue with Freud, the book emphasizes the idea that therapeutic failures often stem from a lack of spiritual fulfillment, underscoring the importance of addressing deeper existential concerns in mental health treatment. The text invites readers to consider the role of spirit in psychological well-being.
Psychoanalysis and Toileting is an accessible book that delineates and interprets the psychological meanings of defecating and urinating in everyday life. The book is illustrated throughout with clinical vignettes and observations taken from the author's private practice.