Transitional Objects and Potential Spaces: Literary Uses of D. W. Winnicott (Phoenix Poets

by Peter L. Rudnytsky (editor)

The contributors to this volume explore the impact of D.W. Winnicott's psychoanalytical theories, focusing on the relevance of his independent version of object relations theory to psychoanalytical literary criticism.

315 pages, Paperback

First published January 5, 1993

Reviews

[Meredith · Rating 5 out of 5]

if you're interested in a maternally based theory of aesthetics, this book is a must read. especially check out Christopher Bollas's essay, “The Aesthetic Moment and the Search for Transformation.”