Description
Discover 'Attention Seeking', a captivating pocket-sized book by renowned psychoanalyst Adam Phillips. This 2019 A-format paperback, published by Penguin UK, delves into the intricate nature of attention, exploring what captivates our interest and how it shapes our experiences. With 144 pages of insightful content, 'Attention Seeking' offers readers a profound understanding of curiosity—both the official and unofficial types. Phillips elegantly articulates how our desire to engage with the world around us is influenced by external stimuli and personal inclinations. This short yet impactful introduction provides a valuable exploration of human psychology and the dynamics of interest, contributing to both personal growth and broader societal understanding. Whether you're a psychology enthusiast or simply seeking a thoughtful read, this book is an essential addition to your library. Order now to enhance your understanding of the mind and the art of attention!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241986721
Format: A-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 144
Description:
A short, fascinating introduction to the concept of attention, from Britain's pre-eminent psychoanalyst
'Everything depends on what, if anything, we find interesting- on what we are encouraged and educated to find interesting, and what we find ourselves being interested in despite ourselves. There is our official curiosity and our unofficial curiosity (and psychoanalysis is a story about the relationship between the two) . . .'
Based on three connected talks on the subject of attention, this pocket-sized book from Adam Phillips is a fascinating and memorable introduction to the nature and the uses of our attention.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241986721
Format: A-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 144
Description:
A short, fascinating introduction to the concept of attention, from Britain's pre-eminent psychoanalyst
'Everything depends on what, if anything, we find interesting- on what we are encouraged and educated to find interesting, and what we find ourselves being interested in despite ourselves. There is our official curiosity and our unofficial curiosity (and psychoanalysis is a story about the relationship between the two) . . .'
Based on three connected talks on the subject of attention, this pocket-sized book from Adam Phillips is a fascinating and memorable introduction to the nature and the uses of our attention.