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Can the Monster Speak?: Report to an Academy of Psychoanalysts (Semiotext(e) / Intervention Series),Used
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Paul Preciados controversial 2019 lecture at the ?ole de la Cause Freudienne annual conference, published in a definitive translation for the first time.In November 2019, Paul Preciado was invited to speak in front of 3,500 psychoanalysts at the ?ole de la Cause Freudiennes annual conference in Paris. Standing in front of the profession for whom he is a "mentally ill person" suffering from "gender dysphoria," Preciado draws inspiration in his lecture from Kafkas "Report to an Academy," in which a monkey tells an assembly of scientists that human subjectivity is a cage comparable to one made of metal bars.Speaking from his own "mutant" cage, Preciado does not so much criticize the homophobia and transphobia of the founders of psychoanalysis as demonstrate the disciplines complicity with the ideology of sexual difference dating back to the colonial eraan ideology which is today rendered obsolete by technological advances allowing us to alter our bodies and procreate differently. Preciado calls for a radical transformation of psychological and psychoanalytic discourse and practices, arguing for a new epistemology capable of allowing for a multiplicity of living bodies without reducing the body to its sole heterosexual reproductive capability, and without legitimizing heteropatriarchal and colonial violence.Causing a veritable outcry among the assembly, Preciado was heckled and booed and unable to finish. The lecture, filmed on smartphones, was published online, where fragments were transcribed, translated, and published with no regard for exactitude. With this volume, Can the Monster Speak? is published in a definitive translation for the first time.
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- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: This book has one hundred four pages. It provides a concise yet impactful exploration of psychoanalytic discourse.
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- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book like any standard book. It is suitable for adults interested in psychoanalysis and contemporary theories.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in psychoanalysis? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners. It introduces complex topics in an accessible manner.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of gender identity, psychoanalysis, and the critique of traditional sexual norms. It offers a fresh perspective on these subjects.
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- Q: How does this book compare to others in its genre? A: This book offers a unique perspective on psychoanalysis compared to traditional texts. It challenges longstanding ideas, making it distinct.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for academic study? A: Yes, this book is appropriate for academic study. It provides valuable insights into contemporary psychoanalytic discussions.
- Q: Are there any notable features of this book? A: One notable feature is its definitive translation of Paul Preciado's original lecture. This adds depth to the reading experience.