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Encountering America: Humanistic Psychology, Sixties Culture, and the Shaping of the Modern Self,Used
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A dramatic narrative history of the psychological movement that reshaped American cultureThe expectation that our careers and personal lives should be expressions of our authentic selves, the belief that our relationships should be defined by openness and understanding, the idea that therapy can help us reach our fullest potentialthese ideas have become so familiar that it's impossible to imagine our world without them.In Encountering America, cultural historian Jessica Grogan reveals how these ideas stormed the barricades of our culture through the humanistic psychology movementthe work of a handful of maverick psychologists who revolutionized American culture in the 1960s and '70s. Profiling thought leaders including Abraham Maslow, Rollo May, and Timothy Leary, Grogan draws on untapped primary sources to explore how these minds and the changing cultural atmosphere combined to create a widely influential movement. From the group of ideas that became known as New Age to perennial American anxieties about wellness, identity, and purpose, Grogan traces how humanistic psychology continues to define the way we understand ourselves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Encountering America'? A: 'Encountering America' explores the impact of the humanistic psychology movement on American culture, highlighting how ideas about authenticity, relationships, and personal growth became integral to modern life.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Encountering America'? A: The book is authored by Jessica Grogan, a cultural historian who delves into the psychological movement that shaped contemporary American identity.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book provide? A: The book offers insights into the lives and works of influential psychologists like Abraham Maslow, Rollo May, and Timothy Leary, utilizing untapped primary sources to illustrate their contributions.
- Q: How many pages is 'Encountering America'? A: 'Encountering America' has a total of 432 pages, providing an in-depth examination of its subject matter.
- Q: When was 'Encountering America' published? A: 'Encountering America' was published on December 26, 2012.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Encountering America' is available in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a quality product.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: Is 'Encountering America' suitable for readers interested in psychology? A: Yes, the book is ideal for readers interested in psychology, cultural studies, and the evolution of American identity through psychological frameworks.
- Q: Does the book cover contemporary issues related to psychology? A: Yes, 'Encountering America' discusses how the concepts of humanistic psychology continue to influence modern discussions about wellness, identity, and purpose.
- Q: What edition of 'Encountering America' is available? A: The available edition is the original edition of 'Encountering America'.