The Ego in Freud's Theory and in the Technique of Psychoanalysis, 1954-1955 (Seminar of Jacques Lacan (Paperback)) (Book II)
In this seminar from 1954-1955, Jacques Lacan dissects the ego's place in Freud's theory and its application in psychoanalytic technique. Delving into the imaginary and structural aspects of the psyche, Lacan offers a critical reinterpretation that reshapes clinical practice and theoretical understanding in psychoanalysis.
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Jacques Lacan's seminar series offers profound insights into Freudian concepts, particularly the role of the ego in psychoanalytic practice. This volume, Book II, covers sessions from 1954-1955, focusing on the ego's position in Freud's theory.
The discussions examine how the ego functions within the broader framework of the unconscious, challenging traditional views of psychic structure. Lacan reinterprets Freud's ideas through linguistic and structural lenses, emphasizing the ego's imaginary nature.
Intended for those engaged in psychoanalytic study, the seminar highlights techniques for navigating the ego in therapeutic settings. It underscores the importance of distinguishing between the ego and other psychic registers like the symbolic and the real.
Readers will find a rigorous exploration of foundational psychoanalytic principles, adapted to Lacan's innovative perspective. The text serves as essential reading for understanding modern psychoanalysis.
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