J. Moussaieff Masson Knihy

Příběhy o citovém životě psů, slonů, medvědů, opic, hrochů, ptáků i much. Neobyčejné příběhy ze života divokých i domácích zvířat určené pro mladší čtenáře. Na pravdivých událostech autor čtenářům dokazuje, že i zvířata jsou schopná prožívat a cítit jako lidé.

Proč žiju na Novém Zélandu? Autor popisuje úchvatnou exotickou krajinu Nového Zélandu, která se stala pro jeho rodinu druhým domovem. Americký psychoanalytik žil dlouhá léta v Kalifornii. Popisuje, jak si zamiloval Nový Zéland, zemi uprostřed jižního Pacifiku a zdůvodňuje, proč se stala jeho novým domovem. Žije zde s manželkou a dvěma malými syny. Srovnává kulturu s jinými zeměmi, seznamuje s významnými daty novozélandských dějin (z jeho pohledu), popisuje kulturu a jazyk domorodých Maorů a osobní setkání s horolezcem sirem Edmundem Hillarym. Kniha obsahuje slovníček výrazů používaných Novozélanďany a důležitých maorských slov a autorovu doporučenou cestovní trasu.

Emocionální svět a citový život zvířat Autoři uvádějí příklady různého chování zvířat s emocionálním podtextem. Emoce se těžko dokazují, či prokazují u lidí, natož u zvířat. Je proto, z vědeckého pohledu, lepší zabývat se chováním zvířat, které určité emoce doprovází než emocemi samotnými. To však ještě neznamená, že u zvířat emoce neexistují. Tato kniha je spíš obhajováním názoru, že zvířata jsou schopna emocí oproti názoru, že příčinou chování zvířat je vrozený nebo podmíněný reflex a také o tom, co na téma emocí u zvířat kdo řekl nebo napsal, než o zvířatech a jejich projevech.

Emocionální svět a citový život psů Na základě soužití se psy odhaluje autor tajemství a složitost jejich citů. Publikace se snaží proniknout do citového světa našich nejvěrnějších druhů. Ke svému studiu psů autor využívá znalosti ze srovnávací psychologie. Provází čtenáře širokým spektrem emocí, jakými jsou vděčnost, soucit, radost, smutek, samota, zklamání, zloba a také láska. Dále uvažuje o tom, co je náplní psích snů, jak psi vnímají příslušníky jiných druhů (včetně lidí) či například, jak jejich silně vyvinutý orgán čichu určuje vnímání reality. Kniha je napsána zajímavou a poutavou formou a potěší každého milovníka psů.

Astonishing and controversial--garnering front-page headlines when first published--this classic book examines why Freud concealed the truth about child sexual abuse. Filled with illuminating facts that call into question the very foundations of psychoanalysis, this is important reading for laymen and professionals in the field.

He was the rising star of psychoanalysis, an intimate associate of Anna Freud & Kurt Eissler, a member of the Freudian inner circle with unrestricted access to the Freud Archives. Then Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson threw it all away because he dared to break the psychoanalytic community’s deepest taboo: he told the truth in public. As he unmasks the pretensions & abuses of this elite profession, he invites us to eavesdrop on the shockingly unorthodox analysis he was subjected to in the course of his analytic training. But the more prestige he attained, the more he came to doubt not only the integrity of his colleagues, but the validity of their method. In the end, he blew the whistle–fully aware of the personal & professional consequences. With wit, wonder & unflinching candor, Masson brilliantly exposes the cult of psychoanalysis & recounts his own self-propelled fall from grace. A sensation when it 1st appeared, Final Analysis is even more provocative & engrossing today. Written with passion & humor, this is the book that revealed a revered profession for what it was, launching Masson on his true career.

Including 133 documents never before made public and 138 previously published only in part, this volume collects the complete correspondence of Freud to his closest friend during the period that saw the birth of psychoanalysis

Growing up in the Hollywood Hills during the 1950s, Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson experienced an unconventional childhood, heavily influenced by the guru Paul Brunton, who dictated his family's daily life. In this memoir, Masson reveals the peculiarities of his upbringing and the complex relationship between his father and the revered mystic. Through personal anecdotes, he explores the impact of this unique environment on his family dynamics and his understanding of normalcy.

With fascinating insight, impeccable research, and captivating writing, controversial psychoanalyst Jeffrey Masson introduces us to the world's best dads. Masson showcases the extraordinary behavior of outstanding fathers, heroes among animals, including: the wolf, who exemplifies good fathering; the beaver, who encourages his young to cling to his tail as he navigates through ponds; the sea horse, the only male animal that gives birth; and the marmoset, the South American monkey who carries his babies for the first two years of their lives wherever he goes. Masson also examines nature's worst fathers: lions, langurs, bears, and humans. He explains that when a father does care for his young, as with the beaver, we immediately look for a biological and not an emotional explanation. But Masson demonstrates that for these animals, as with humans, fatherhood is a profound, all-encompassing experience. "The Emperor's Embrace" will forever change our perceptions of parenthood and family love.

This groundbreaking exploration delves into the unique bond between dogs and humans, highlighting the profound connection that sets dogs apart from other animals. Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson, an expert on human-animal relationships, examines how our mutual love and companionship may have shaped our capacity for empathy and compassion. Drawing on recent scientific research, he discusses the coevolution of dogs and humans over the past forty thousand years, illustrating how this domestication has fostered intense emotional bonds. Masson shares his personal experience with his dog, Benjy, a failed guide dog who embodies unconditional love, showcasing that such deep affection is not an isolated phenomenon but rather a hallmark of our relationship with dogs. With wisdom and insight, Masson presents a compelling analysis that challenges conventional views on love and encourages readers to reconsider the significance of their canine companions in their lives. This thought-provoking narrative promises to change the way we understand the emotional landscape of our relationships with dogs.

Many people believe that cats do not have an emotional life, that they are cold and indifferent. Jeffrey Masson, author of several bestselling books about animal emotions, including When Elephants Weep and Dogs Never Lie About Love, is convinced that, on the contrary, cats are almost pure emotion. Masson lives by the sea in New Zealand with five cats, and in this fascinating, immensely readable book he reports on his close observations of their emotional lives. These he divides into nine categories - Narcissism, Love, Contentment, Attachment, Jealousy, Fear, Anger, Curiosity and Playfulness - and to each of which he devotes a chapter. Masson's bond with his cats is extraordinary - they accompany him every night on his evening walk along the shore - and he believes that with no other animal is it easier and more enchanting to cross the species barrier.

Exploring the extraordinary behaviors of animal fathers, Jeffrey Masson highlights the remarkable roles males play in nurturing their young. Through engaging examples like the emperor penguin's incubation and the tamarin monkey's supportive coaching, he reveals the depth of fatherhood across species. Masson contrasts these positive examples with those of neglectful fathers, challenging perceptions of parental care. His compelling narrative combines research with personal insight, aiming to transform our understanding of fatherhood and familial bonds in both animals and humans.

The narrative explores the origins of the domesticated animal's bond with humans, weaving a sentimental and educational tale. Through this fable, Masson delves into themes of companionship and the transformative impact of shared living, illustrating the evolution of a once-lone creature into a beloved member of the household.

A heartfelt exploration of human grief after the loss of a pet by the New York Times bestselling author of Dogs Never Lie About Love.

Der Autor versucht seine These, wonach jede Psychotherapie falsch sei, weil sie die Autonomie und Würde des Menschen verletzt, offensiv zu begründen. Dabei greift er Analysen von Sigmund Freud, Ferenczi und C. G. Jung auf, analysiert Brutalität und sexuelle Übergriffe in der Therapie und streift kritisch die Techniken unter anderem der Gestalt- und Familientherapie.

Masson erzählt von dem Guru Paul Brunton, der während Massons Kindheit mit seiner Familie lebte und Masson tiefgreifend mit seinen Ansprüchen an enorme spirituelle Kraft beeinflusste.

Billi è un gatto leopardo asiatico che vive in libertà tra le foreste e le lagune del Kerala, nell'India meridionale. Orgoglioso della propria indipendenza, prova però un'irrefrenabile attrazione per le attività degli esseri umani, soprattutto dei bambini, e ne invidia un po' gli affetti e la vita sociale. Appollaiato sul ramo di un albero di mango assiste alle lezioni di un vecchio saggio e apprende il sanscrito e i principi fondamentali delle tre principali religioni indiane: buddhismo, induismo e giainismo. Quindi decide di conoscere il mondo e di scoprire qualcosa di più sugli uomini, e se osservano davvero i precetti della non violenza. Per farlo intraprende un lungo e rischioso viaggio, nel corso del quale incontra e interroga animali che vivono in simbiosi con gli esseri umani: un ghepardo sfruttato per la caccia, un bufalo, una mucca, un'elefantessa, una mangusta e un pappagallo. I loro racconti non sono per nulla incoraggianti eppure, una volta tornato nei suoi luoghi natii, un bel mattino decide di fare il grande passo e si lascia avvicinare da due bambini.

Amanti dei cani preparatevi – Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson esplora in modo ispiratore, commovente e profondamente personale la relazione unica tra esseri umani e cani. Masson fonde mitologia culturale, ricerca scientifica e storie delle proprie esperienze per affrontare domande profonde sulla vita emotiva di umani e animali. La sua narrativa coinvolgente, elegante e spesso umoristica sull'amore che le persone provano per i cani offre una nuova prospettiva sulla straordinaria relazione tra le nostre specie.

Ein Buch, das den Blick auf unsere Nutztiere grundlegend verändert In den Ställen und auf den Weiden findet man die erstaunlichsten Dinge: Kühe, die in Schwermut verfallen, wenn man ihnen die Kälbchen wegnimmt, selbstbewusste Schweine, die Musik lieben, mutige Ziegen und lachende Hühner mit einem unverbesserlichem Sinn für Humor. Der renommierte Tierverhaltensforscher und Bestsellerautor Jeffrey Masson präsentiert bewegende Geschichten rund um das komplexe Seelenleben unserer Hof- und Nutztiere, die so viel feinfühliger, klüger und empfindsamer sind, als wir gemeinhin glauben. Ein bewegender Einblick in eine verborgene Welt und zugleich ein leidenschaftlicher Appell für mehr Respekt vor den Hoftieren.

Die besten Väter der Welt sind noch immer die, die für ihre Kinder da sind. Wie die tapferen Kaiser-Pinguine, die, ein einziges Ei auf ihren Füßen balancierend, monateland ohne Nahrung ausharren und das Junge ausbrüten, während die Pinguinmutter sich auf Nahrungssuche im Meer tummelt, oder auch japanische Karpfen, die ihre Brut im Maul verbergen, wenn Gefahr in Verzug ist. --- Bei seinen Streifzügen durch die Tierwelt hat Jeffrey Masson viele fürsorgliche Tierväter ausfindig gemacht. Doch auch das Verhalten nicht so vorbildlicher Tierväter - wie z. B. der Bären und Löwen - ist Thema dieses Buches, das mit zahlreichen Beispielen aus Naturgeschichte und Verhaltensforschung ein Plädoyer für mehr Väterlichkeit darstellt.