The Hysteric
Outline of a Figure
Laura Gonzalez author Eleanor Bowen author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:31st Mar '23
Should be back in stock very soon
This hardback is available in another edition too:
- Paperback£39.99(9780367552022)
Examining historical, clinical, and artistic material, in both written and visual form, this book traces the figure of the contemporary hysteric as she rebels against the impossible demands made upon her.
Exploring five traits that commonly characterise the hysteric as an archetype – a specific body, mimetic abilities, a shroud of mystery, a propensity to disappear, and a particular relationship to voice – the authors shed light on what it means to be hysterical, as a form of rebellion and resistance.
This is important reading for scholars of sociology, gender studies, cultural studies, and visual studies with interests in psychoanalysis, art, and the characterisation of mental illness.
ISBN: 9780367552015
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 453g
184 pages