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Aftermath: Violence And The Remaking Of A Self,Used
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A Powerful Personal Narrative Of Recovery And An Illuminating Philosophical Exploration Of Traumaon July 4, 1990, While On A Morning Walk In Southern France, Susan Brison Was Attacked From Behind, Severely Beaten, Sexually Assaulted, Strangled To Unconsciousness, And Left For Dead. She Survived, But Her World Was Destroyed. Her Training As A Philosopher Could Not Help Her Make Sense Of Things, And Many Of Her Fundamental Assumptions About The Nature Of The Self And The World It Inhabits Were Shattered.At Once A Personal Narrative Of Recovery And A Philosophical Exploration Of Trauma, This Bravely And Beautifully Written Book Examines The Undoing And Remaking Of A Self In The Aftermath Of Violence. It Explores, From An Interdisciplinary Perspective, Memory And Truth, Identity And Self, Autonomy And Community. It Offers Imaginative Access To The Experience Of A Rape Survivor As Well As A Reflective Critique Of A Society In Which Women Routinely Fear And Suffer Sexual Violence.As Brison Observes, Trauma Disrupts Memory, Severs Past From Present, And Incapacitates The Ability To Envision A Future. Yet The Act Of Bearing Witness, She Argues, Facilitates Recovery By Integrating The Experience Into The Survivor'S Life'S Story. She Also Argues For The Importance, As Well As The Hazards, Of Using Firstperson Narratives In Understanding Not Only Trauma, But Also Larger Philosophical Questions About What We Can Know And How We Should Live.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Aftermath: Violence and the Remaking of a Self'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the personal narrative of recovery from trauma and the philosophical exploration of identity, memory, and the impact of violence on the self.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Susan J. Brison, who shares her experiences and insights into trauma and recovery.
- Q: What kind of condition is this used book in? A: This is a used book in good condition, which means it may show some signs of wear but is still suitable for reading.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 184 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its themes.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Aftermath: Violence and the Remaking of a Self' published? A: The book was published on October 26, 2003.
- Q: What are some key topics discussed in the book? A: Key topics include trauma, memory, identity, autonomy, community, and the societal implications of sexual violence.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in philosophy? A: Yes, the book offers a philosophical exploration of trauma, making it suitable for readers interested in both personal narratives and philosophical questions.
- Q: What audience would benefit from reading this book? A: The book is beneficial for survivors of trauma, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of recovery and identity.
- Q: Does the book provide a critique of societal issues? A: Yes, it critiques a society where women face the threat of sexual violence, offering insights into broader social concerns.