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Mother Love/mother Hate: The Power Of Maternal Ambivalence,Used
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Many a loving mother has had fleeting feelings of hatred toward her children the desire to hurl a howling baby out the window or to lock a teenager out of the house. In this provocative book, Rozsika Parker argues that these ambivalent feelings not only are common but can actually have a creative impact on mothering.Mother Love/Mother Hate boldly illustrates how a mother's desire for devotion coexists with the impulse to hurt and desert. Parents will find Parker's insight into the conflicts that beset them illuminating and deeply reassuring. Reversing the conventional psychoanalytic approach, in which maternal ambivalence has been understood chiefly from the point of view of the child, this book gives precedence to the mother's perspective. Drawing on interviews with mothers, clinical material from her practice as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist, and a wide range of psychoanalytic and literary sources (including Virginia Woolf, Anne Tyler, Simone de Beauvoir, D. W. Winnicott, Melanie Klein, and John Bowlby), Parker explores experiences of maternal ambivalence in a culture painfully and profoundly uneasy about its very existence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Mother Love/Mother Hate'? A: The main theme of 'Mother Love/Mother Hate' is the exploration of maternal ambivalence, highlighting how loving mothers can also experience feelings of resentment or hatred toward their children. The book argues that these conflicting emotions are common and can have a creative impact on mothering.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Mother Love/Mother Hate'? A: The author of 'Mother Love/Mother Hate' is Rozsika Parker, a psychoanalytic psychotherapist who draws on her clinical experience and various literary sources to delve into the complexities of maternal feelings.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Mother Love/Mother Hate' is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability and a premium feel compared to paperback editions.
- Q: How many pages does 'Mother Love/Mother Hate' contain? A: The book contains 320 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of maternal ambivalence and its implications.
- Q: When was 'Mother Love/Mother Hate' published? A: 'Mother Love/Mother Hate' was published on February 7, 1996.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: The target audience for 'Mother Love/Mother Hate' includes parents, particularly mothers, psychologists, and anyone interested in the psychological complexities of motherhood and maternal relationships.
- Q: Is 'Mother Love/Mother Hate' suitable for all readers? A: While 'Mother Love/Mother Hate' is insightful, it may be more suitable for adults, especially those interested in psychology, parenting, or women’s studies, due to its complex themes.
- Q: What is the edition of 'Mother Love/Mother Hate' being offered? A: The book is offered as a First Edition, which may be of interest to collectors or those looking for the original text.
- Q: Does the book include real-life experiences or case studies? A: Yes, 'Mother Love/Mother Hate' includes interviews with mothers and clinical material from Rozsika Parker's practice, offering real-life insights into maternal ambivalence.
- Q: What psychological concepts are discussed in 'Mother Love/Mother Hate'? A: The book discusses various psychological concepts related to maternal ambivalence, including the coexistence of love and resentment, the impact of societal expectations on mothers, and insights from notable figures in psychology and literature.