Psychology: emotions Books

Book SynopsisChildren can struggle to engage with and articulate certain emotions, which can have a profound impact on their behaviour, confidence and ability to form relationships, follow instructions and perform tasks. This resource for teachers, therapists, counsellors and parents uses children's literature and some of its well-known characters, such as the Rainbow Fish and Stanley Yelnats IV from Holes, as a basis for practical activities that enable children to express and manage these emotions.Social-emotional literacy training assists students in developing important life skills such as the ability to develop good relationships and empathy skills, as well as being able to understand, manage and communicate their own emotions. This book offers an introduction to social-emotional literacy, followed by activities related to emotions such as empathy, friendship, grief and self-esteem, aiming to embed this literacy training into daily school and home activities to increase children's chances of future success.Trade ReviewI was blown away by this book! The sheer quantity of resources is amazing, but the methodology of using these resources concurrently with clinicians, parents, and teachers is brilliant. -- Jennifer Taylor, LCSW, RPT-S, Jennifer Taylor Play Therapy Services, Honolulu, HIWhat a jewel of a tool for therapists, teachers, parents, and anyone who loves witnessing the healthy social-emotional development of our sweet kiddos! The concepts and practical exercises in this book are truly demonstrative of Dr. Elswick's depth and breadth of clinical and research experience. I can't wait to integrate this creative approach into my work with children and adolescents! -- Madison L. Brunswick, LCSW, BCCTable of Contents1. Introduction to Social-Emotional Literacy. 2. Assessment and Progress Monitoring Social-Emotional Skills. 3. Empathy Skills. 4. Friendship/Social Skills. 5. Bullying/Conflict Resolution. 6. Grief/Loss. 7. Feelings/Emotions. 8. Facing Fears/Courage. 9. Being Truthful. 10. Uniqueness/Differences. 11. Self-esteem. 12. Conclusion. Resources and References.

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Book SynopsisIt has been repeatedly demonstrated that depression and reported history of trauma are associated with a difficulty in retrieving specific autobiographical memories, a phenomenon called overgeneral memory (Williams & Broadbent, 1986). Over the past twenty years there has been a stimulating progression in knowledge in this field, and it is clear that the topic has a considerable level of importance, both from a theoretical and clinical perspective. This Special Issue is intended to further advance this field which lies at the heart of the cognition-emotion interface. Papers published in this Issue address key issues relating to the underlying mechanisms and aetiology of overgeneral autobiographical memory, providing a state-of-the-art and pushing the field forward. Table of ContentsRegular Articles. P.J. Barnard, E.R. Watkins, C. Ramponi, Reducing Specificity of Autobiographical Memory in Non-clinical Participants: the Role of Rumination and Schematic Models. J.M.G. Williams, S. Chan, C. Crane, T. Barnhofer, Retrieval of Autobiographical Memories: the Mechanisms and Consequences of Truncated Search. J.E. Roberts, E.L. Carlos, T.B. Kashdan, The Impact of Depressive Symptoms, Self-esteem and Neuroticism on Trajectories of Overgeneral Autobiographical Memory over Repeated Trials. F. Raes, D. Hermans, J.M.G. Williams, P. Eelen, Reduced Autobiographical Memory Specificity and Affect Regulation. I. Wessel, B.J.A. Hauer, Retrieval-Induced Forgetting of Autobiographical Memory Details. I.P. Kremers, P.H. Spinhoven, A.J.W. Van der Does, R. Van Dyck, Autobiographical Memory in Depressed and Non-depressed Patients with Borderline Personality Disorder after Long-term Psychotherapy. W. Kuyken, R. Howell, Facets of Autobiographical Memory in Adolescents with Major Depressive Disorder and never Depressed Controls. L.E. Drummond, B. Dritschel, A. Astell, R.E. O’ Carroll, T. Dalgleish, Effects of Age, Dysphoria and Emotion-focusing on Autobiographical Memory Specificity in Children. Brief Reports. K. Rekart, S. Mineka, R.E. Zinbarg, Autobiographical Memory in Dysphoric and Non-dysphoric College Students Using a Computerized Version of the AMT. M.M. Leibetseder, R.R. Rohrer, H.F. Mackinger, R.R. Fartacek, Suicide Attempts: Patients with and without an Affective Disorder show Impaired Autobiographical Memory Specificity. R.J. McNally, S.A. Clancy, H.M. Barrett, H.A. Parker, C.S. Ristuccia, C.A. Perlman, Autobiographical Memory Specificity in Adults Reporting Repressed, Recovered, or Continuous Memories of Childhood Sexual Abuse. N. Wood, C.R. Brewin, H.J. McLeod, Autobiographical Memory Deficits in Schizophrenia. Invited Paper. J.M.G. Williams, Capture and Rumination, Functional Avoidance and Executive Control (CaRFAX): Three Processes that Underlie Over-general Memory.

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Book SynopsisProfessionals working in a range of clinical settings are regularly called upon to work with angry clients, and they may find their skills and resources for working with this powerful emotion limited. Art Therapy and Anger demonstrates how the non-verbal medium of art therapy provides an ideal outlet for the expression of thoughts and feelings that are too complex and painful to put into words, presenting a new and practical approach to dealing with this area of need.Marian Liebmann argues that clients of all ages will benefit from the art-making process, which helps them to slow down and consider their emotions more calmly. The tangible product of their efforts allows clients to assess and react to what they have depicted, providing a lucid and safe framework for better understanding the causes and effects of their anger. This book draws together contributions from art therapists who work in a wide variety of contexts, including work with offenders, mental health clients, clients with brain injury and those with cancer, with the view of helping clients to manage their anger more constructively.This positive, practical volume will be of great interest to art therapists and students, as well as practitioners working with angry clients in various fields such as mental health, probation, counselling and medicine.Trade ReviewThis book provides some very interesting but subjective reading. It offers anecdotal evidence in the form of many interesting case studies and progress that was made through the use of art therapy and, in some instances, music or cognitive behaviour therapy combined. It offers some useful assessment methods and detailed information about the interventions that were used to enable a variety of clients manage their anger more effectively. It also offers some food for thought in relation to the role and possibilities of art in care delivery. It is well written and easy to understand, offering examples to clarify the points it raises. -- Mental Health NursingThis book is very timely in an age where both public and private manifestations of anger are demonstrated...we have an enlightening and useful series of essays on an important topic. -- The British Association of Art TherapistsI found Art Therapy and Anger to be a well organized and informative book on the use of art therapy with both children and adults struggling with issues of anger... There is an underlying thread of respect and reverence for working with clients and their anger. -- Canadian Art Therapy Association JournalAn invaluable set of insights and art therapy applications. -- The Midwest Book ReviewWhen looking for resources to help clients use anger constructively and feeling frustrated by the paucity of said resources in the art therapy literature, don't get mad, don't get even (to paraphrase a popular saying). Get this book. -- The Arts in Psychotherapy JournalTable of ContentsIntroduction, Marian Liebmann. Children. 1. The Anger of Abused Children, Maggie Ambridge, Vulnerable Children's Service, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service. 2. Anger Management with Children and Young People: Creative Tools to Mend Broken Tempers, Leila Moules, Crewe Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service. 3. When Love is Absent, Anger Fills the Void: Children in Foster Care, Elaine Holliday, Principal Therapist, Foster Care Associates. 4. Anger and Danger: Adolescents and Self-Harm, Sheila Knight, Bassetlaw Child and Family Therapy Service, Nottinghamshire. Offenders. 5. Inside-Out/Outside-In: Art Therapy with Young Male Offenders in Prison, Sue Pittam, Young Offender Institution, UK .6. Androcles and the Lion: Prolific Offenders on Probation, Hannah Godfrey, National Probation Service. 7. What Anger? Working with Acting-out Behaviour in a Secure Setting, Kate Rothwell, University of Hertfordshire. 8. Avoided Anger: Art and Music Therapy in a Medium Secure Setting, Simon Hastilow and Terri Coyle, South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust. Mental Health. 9. The Role of Anger in Women who Cope by Self-Harming, Camilla Hall, Coventry and Warwickshire Primary Care Trust.10. Art Therapy with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Adult Mental Health, Susan Law, Priory Hospital, Hayes, Kent. 11. Working on Anger Issues with a Deaf Client, Marian Liebmann, Bristol Inner City Support and Recovery Team. Other Client Groups. 12. Angry Mothers, Susan Hogan, University of Derby. 13. Art Therapy and Anger after Brain Injury, Sally Weston, Neurological Rehabilitation Unit (NHS) Sheffield. 14. Not Being Calm: Art Therapy and Cancer, Hilary Brosh, Robert Ogden Macmillan Centre. 15. `Came Back - Didn't Come Home': Returning from a War Zone, Annette Coulter, Centre for Art Psychotherapy, Wentworth Falls, Blue Mountains, New South Wales, Australia.Appendix: Art Therapy with Anger: Short Bibliography. List of Contributors. Index.

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding the roots of anger and encouraging appropriate and acceptable ways of expressing this are essential skills for anyone working with young people. Working with Anger and Young People warns against 'quick fix' solutions to dealing with anger, and draws on the author's experiences of youth counselling and training workshops to propose helpful interventions for addressing anger effectively and moving on from it.From attachment anxieties and feelings of powerlessness, to frustration at difficult family relations, Nick Luxmoore considers the common reasons for young people's anger during this difficult stage of their development. Through accounts of his work with a range of young people, he offers tried-and-tested exercises and talking points to help work through common counterproductive responses to anger such as antisocial behaviour and physical or verbal violence. Crucially, he also recognises the needs of those working with these young people with anger problems and provides advice on working safely, maintaining control and achieving job satisfaction.This sensitive, accessible book will be an informative and engaging resource for anyone working with young people with anger issues.Trade Review`This is an extremely readable book that struck a chord because many young people are faced with the dilemma of managing their emotions while trying to find the time to fulfil their educational potential… It is a sensitive and thought-provoking book written by a psychodrama psychotherapist whose skills might be applied to reach resolutions for some pupils. It would be encouraging to know that the young people who need such support might have access to the expertise suggested. Resolution of such emotional upheaval is time consuming and required a skilled approach. Many young people do not have the opportunity to be heard effectively, resulting in the escalation of their confusion, frustration and anger, the consequences of which could be dangerous. It may be that reading this book and reminding ourselves of the various issues would be a step towards finding a solution for some angry young people.' -- BATOD Magazine`This is a marvellous, generous book. Schools are desperate to understand more about anger and I would hope that this book will be read and enjoyed by lots of people working in this context…this book is about anger, but more than that it is about coming alive emotionally, hope in a difficult world, and how radical counselling in schools can be when it touches all parts of the system.' -- Oxford Psychotherapy Journal.`This book challenges the assumption that anger management is the solution to anger expressed in unhealthy or unacceptable ways. It promotes instead the concept of listening to and working with anger rather than suppressing it, or managing it down to acceptable levels.The role of adults and the interactions between adults and young people are described with insight and good humour. I particularly liked the inclusion of the two school caretakers amongst the array of adults and the description of how and why their attitudes mattered. In one of the most insightful passages the author describes the bravery that is required of adults in facing up to the threat of anger and that this is vital to young people. `Otherwise they are left with a power which is disturbing - the power to control adults'. When this happens, young people feel unsafe… I recommend this as a resource for all operational disciplines in the prison service. The benefit to those working with young people is obvious, but it would also be a useful read to help understand anger, or disruptive behaviour in any setting.' -- Safer Custody News`I enjoyed this book and will use many suggestions from it.' - www.adoption-net.co.uk`An examination of the causes of young people's anger and of ways to support them while maintaining control of the situation and working safely.' - BILD Current Awareness Service`From attachment anxieties and feelings of powerlessness to frustration at difficult family relations, the author considers the common reasons for young people's anger at this difficult stage of their development.' -- Human Givens Magazine 2006`The author offers interesting exercises and talking points for working through common counterproductive responses to anger, such as antisocial behaviour and physical or verbal violence.' -- Human Givens Magazine 2006The book can be recommended, and is likely to be of considerable interest to anyone undertaking counselling services with young people. It could, perhaps and should, be read by anyone asked to undertake anger management work with schools. -- The British Psychological SocietyThis sensitive, accessible book will be an informative and engaging resource for anyone working with young people with anger issues. -- Handicap InfoThe author, a psychotherapist, is well experienced in delivering anger management classes to young people and professionals... Written in plain, no nonsense approach, this book is as accessible to professionals as it is to parents keen to help young people channel their rage.' -- Child RightTable of Contents1. Introduction. 2. The anger of professionals. 3. Anger as a defence. 4. Anger unexpressed. 5. Anger exploding. 6. Anger, attendance and attachment. 7. Anger and disappointment. 8. Anger and identity. 9. Anger and envy. 10. Anger, violence and empathy. 11. The anger of professionals (again). 12. References. Subject index. Author index.

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Book SynopsisA depressive illness or a passing feeling? Mental detachment or a precursor to genius? Melancholy is a critical part of what it is to be human, yet everything from Prozac to self help psychology books seems intent on removing all signs of sadness, depression, or, quite simply, low moods from contemporary existence. Complex and contradictory, melancholy's presence weaves through the histories of both science and art. A Field Guide to Melancholy surveys this ambivalent concept and takes a journey through its articulation in a variety of languages, from the Russian toska of Pushkin's Eugene Onegin, to kaiho - which is expressed in the dancing of the Finnish tango. Melancholy is found in the historic traditions of death's presence in paradise, the tears of nature, along with nostalgia, pathos, and melancholy's presiding god, Saturn. In contemporary society, melancholy becomes a fashion statement in the subculture of the Emo whilst shelves are rife with self help books encouraging readers to overcome depression. By drawing on a range of disciplines from psychology and philosophy to architecture and design, and by examining the work of creative figures as different as Ingmar Bergman, Albrecht Dürer, WG Sebald and Tom Waits, Jacky Bowring provides an original perspective on one of the most elusive, enigmatic and fascinating of human conditions.

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Book SynopsisFirst published in 2011. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.Table of ContentsAllen, Lien, Ruthruff, Cognition and Emotion: Neuroscience and Behavioral Perspectives. Dolcos et al., Neural Correlates of Emotion-Cognition Interactions: A Review of Evidence from Brain Imaging Investigations. Shaw et al., Electrophysiological Evidence of Emotion Perception without Central Attention. Noh, Isaacowitz, Age Differences in the Emotional Modulation of Attention: Effects of Own-age versus Other-age Emotional Face Cues on the Alerting and Orienting Networks. Balconi, Frontal Brain Oscillation Modulation in Facial Emotion Comprehension. The Role of Reward and Inhibitory Systems in Subliminal and Supraliminal Processing. Sutton, Altarriba, The Automatic Activation and Perception of Emotion in Word Processing: Evidence from a Modified Dot Probe Paradigm. Nquyen et al., Trustworthiness and Negative Affect Predict Economic Decision-making. Timpe et al., White Matter Integrity, as Measured by Diffusion Tensor Imaging, Distinguishes between Impaired and Unimpaired Older Adult Decision-makers: A Preliminary Investigation. Allen et al., Individual Differences in Positive Affect Moderate Age-related Declines in Episodic Long-term Memory.

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Book SynopsisEvery three minutes in Ireland someone is diagnosed with cancer. Incidence of cancer is growing and by 2021, one in two of us will be diagnosed with cancer. Due to advances in screening and treatment there are now more than 170,000 people living with and beyond cancer today in Ireland. Almost half of people diagnosed with cancer in England and Wales survive their disease for ten years or more. It is widely recognised that cancer is not just a physical illness. It has significant emotional and psychological impact on the individual and the family of those diagnosed. There is a plethora of information available, sometimes described an 'information overload' by those affected by cancer, it can be difficult to know where to start and, crucially, what to trust. It is also difficult for the clinician to know what to recommend to the patient. Living with Cancer: Hope amid Uncertainty aims to address the information overload often described by those affected by cancer. Leading psychologists, academics, counsellors, medical experts unite here to provide a non-jargon, reliable, peer reviewed, one-stop information shop for people diagnosed and living with cancer and for those who care for them. Living with Cancer is a deeply human and compassionate hand-book to guide people through the terror of a cancer diagnosis and will inspire hope amid the uncertainty for those living with cancer and their loved ones.Trade Review'We are essentially being told that the secret to human happiness, wealth and good health is to ‘stay positive’ — at all costs. But this is not true. And this untruth is often directed at those who are most vulnerable; and when you have cancer you’re probably at your most vulnerable.' - Paul D'Alton, Irish Independent; 'A superb, heart-warming book ...The editor of Living with Cancer is to be congratulated, along with the contributors' - Eilis Ni Dhuibhne.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the blissful transience of joy and cheerfulness with The Puzzle of Happiness.Part of a new 150-piece gradient puzzle series that taps into the mindful, self-care appeal of jigsaws. The beautiful, mesmerising artwork of each little puzzle focuses on a different emotion, with an accompanying essay to help you understand and make sense of these feelings.Other titles in the series include: The Puzzle of Hopefulness, The Puzzle of Calm, The Puzzle of Love and The Puzzle of Ecstasy.

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Book SynopsisDiscover peace, tranquillity and quiet with The Puzzle of Calm.Part of a new 150-piece gradient puzzle series that taps into the mindful, self-care appeal of jigsaws. The beautiful, mesmerising artwork of each little puzzle focuses on a different emotion, with an accompanying essay to help you understand and make sense of these feelings.Other titles in the series include: The Puzzle of Hopefulness, The Puzzle of Happiness, The Puzzle of Love and The Puzzle of Ecstasy.

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Book SynopsisDiscover intense desire and deep affection, heartache and heartbreak with The Puzzle of Love.Part of a new 150-piece gradient puzzle series that taps into the mindful, self-care appeal of jigsaws. The beautiful, mesmerising artwork of each little puzzle focuses on a different emotion, with an accompanying essay to help you understand and make sense of these feelings. Other titles in the series include: The Puzzle of Hopefulness, The Puzzle of Happiness, The Puzzle of Calm and The Puzzle of Ecstasy.

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Book SynopsisThe author's royalties from this book are being donated to Saint Frances Hospice, a charity that cares for people with palliative and end of life care needs. The kindness project is full of practical, actionable ideas on how you can make the world a kinder place one small step at a time, and in turn improve your own personal wellbeing. We'll explore how you can be kind every single day we'll look at how to be kind whilst at home and at work, and examine, importantly, how to be kinder to ourselves. From the co-host of the Kindness Project Podcast, Chris Daems, comes a book about hope, about faith in his fellow humans and why finding small incremental ways to be kind every single day can help us become happier and healthier. Learning from some of the kindest people on our planet, Chris explains how we all benefit from being a little kinder and whilst looking for kindness in others found his own road to being a little bit kinder himself. Further details "In The Kindness Project, Chris Daems gifts readers a brazenly honest and highly engaging account of his own quest to be kinder in life. -Lauren Janus "This is a book that makes you reflect on your own character and relationships, what it means to be kind to yourself and others. A warm, enjoyable, inspirational read, packed full of wisdom and actionable ideas." -KeithBoyesTrade Review"This wonderful book has captured what it really means to be kind, and just how easy it is. It picks up and expands on some simple but truthful themes, and you can feel the pages radiating with the same infectious smile and sense of fun that makes The Kindness Project podcast so good. Well done Chris!" David Forsdyke, Knight Frank; "During reading this book I walked past a homeless man - 'any spare change' to which I said sorry no and walked on, then one of Chris' similar stories popped into my head. I went back and gave him the brownie I'd been saving. This is a book that makes you reflect on your own character and relationships, what it means to be kind to yourself and others. A warm, enjoyable, inspirational read, packed full of wisdom and actionable ideas. Chris is kinder than he knows, and it's a timely reminder for us all to be kind to ourselves and others. Once you start on the kindness journey, it's infectious!" Keith Boyes, Spentwell; "In The Kindness Project, Chris Daems gifts readers a brazenly honest and highly engaging account of his own quest to be kinder in life, with off-the-shelf lessons for the rest of us. In reading The Kindness Project, you'll be reminded of the joy that comes not only from simply being kinder, but in finding connection with another human being... something the last few years has shown us is critical to our own humanity." Lauren Janus, Phila Engaged Giving; "Overall I completely agree with the points raised in the book. I personally would struggle with some of the things suggested but the I fully support the basic premise in that the world would be a better place if we were all a little kinder. "I'm also very interested in the concept of ethical investing. Something I'm going to discuss with Chris at our next meeting. "As for abseiling or jumping out of planes. Not for me! "Overall a short and concise review of how being kinder can make the world a better place, backed up by some interesting facts and science." Mike Corder; "For me, there are two things that need to impact me to make me want to immerse myself in reading a book - commonality and community. How does this resonate with me and how does this apply to me? Chris' storytelling instantly resonated with me and his insights around the subject of kindness was delivered in a non-fluffy, 'real' way that most people avoid. A must read!" Nick Elston; "I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Kindness Project and was sad for it to end. Thanks to Daems for sharing the collective wisdom gathered from years of podcasts and lessons about kindness and insights from his own life delivered with such honesty, heart and humour. This is a handbook and collection of notes from Daems' personal journey full of discovery, inspiration and nostalgia. It feels like Daems is in the room with you, sharing stories about his childhood, family, professional life and the many high, lows and laughter along the way. Read this book to learn about the science and benefits of kindness, and find practical ways to be kinder to yourself, others and even the planet." Patrick Luong, GoodGym; "The really inspiring and practical guide that we all need to bring a bit more happiness into our lives and the lives of others in these trying times. A funny, honest and v informative read." Sally McEnallay, Marketing Director, Greenkit; "This is not a self-help book but you will help yourself by reading this book immediately! A lovely read that will fill you with kindness!" Sam Chilton-Cox, Law Choice "I read it with interest and enthusiasm. Having had the pleasure of participating in The Kindness Project podcasts and with my work in health, mental health and overseas- this writing and the story speaks to our wellbeing, as humanity, on so many levels. Thank you for sharing your story with humour and accessibility." Vasanti Hirani, Daal Bhaat Panni

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Book SynopsisStolz, Ärger, Angst, Neid - das ganze Spektrum der Gefühle wird philosophischen Einzelanalysen unterzogen. Ausgehend von der Alltagserfahrung stehen die gemeinsamen Merkmale und die Differenzen der einzelnen Gefühle im Vordergrund. Dabei wird Bezug genommen auf die Philosophiegeschichte und aktuelle philosophische Kontroversen. Nicht nur Struktur und Gehalt der Gefühle, sondern auch ihre leibliche Erfahrung werden betrachtet. Ein einmaliges Nachschlagewerk für Philosophen und Psychologen.

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Book SynopsisClaire Lerner, MSW, is a licensed clinical social worker and child development specialist. She has been a practicing clinician for more than 35 years, provides training and consultation to preschools and pediatric residents at Children's National Medical Center, and served as the Director of Parenting Resources at ZERO TO THREE for 18 years. She is the author of Why Is My Child In Charge? A Roadmap to Ending Power Struggles, Increasing Cooperation, and Finding Joy in Parenting Young Children. Claire is the mother of two very spirited children and lives in Bethany Beach, Delaware. Learn more at lernerchilddevelopment.com.

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Book SynopsisOur breath catches and we jump in fear at the sight of a snake. We pause and marvel at the sublime beauty of a sunrise. These reactions are no accident; in fact, many of our human responses to nature are steeped in our deep evolutionary past. The author explores the role of evolution in human responses to the environment.Trade Review"The human eye for beauty is not an inexplicable preference for arbitrary shapes and colors but may be explained as an instinct for choosing surroundings that are safe, healthful, and informative. The eminent zoologist Gordon Orians, who originated this powerful idea, now treats us to a cornucopia of hypotheses on why certain things please the eye, ear, and tongue and others terrify, repel, or disgust them. This is a lovely contribution to our understanding of aesthetics and should keep scientists, artists, and humanities scholars debating its ideas for years to come." (Steven Pinker)"

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Book SynopsisDeals with the complexities of human behavioral research, a domain still dominated by the age-old debate of nature versus nurture. The author dissects five approaches to the study of behavior - quantitative behavioral genetics, molecular behavior genetics, developmental psychology, neurophysiology and anatomy, and social/environmental methods.Trade Review"Helen E. Longino presents many insights about different general methods, assumptions, research goals, and the importance of definitions in researching behavior. I know of no other book that covers such diverse approaches." (Peter Machamer, University of Pittsburgh)"

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Book SynopsisDeals with the complexities of human behavioral research, a domain still dominated by the age-old debate of nature versus nurture. The author dissects five approaches to the study of behavior - quantitative behavioral genetics, molecular behavior genetics, developmental psychology, neurophysiology and anatomy, and social/environmental methods.Trade Review"Helen E. Longino presents many insights about different general methods, assumptions, research goals, and the importance of definitions in researching behavior. I know of no other book that covers such diverse approaches." (Peter Machamer, University of Pittsburgh)"

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Book SynopsisIn Assessing Empathy, Elizabeth A. Segal and colleagues marshal years of research to present a comprehensive definition of empathy, one that links neuroscientific evidence to human service practiceTrade ReviewA thorough review of what we presently know about empathy and its importance in human life, culminating in an illuminating study. -- Frans de Waal, author of Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are? Segal and her coauthors have carefully and thoroughly deconstructed the elements of empathy examined by neuroscientific research in order to construct an innovative theory of social empathy. They make a significant contribution to the development of the social work profession, and this timely book will be relevant to a large audience beyond social work and other helping professions. -- Sarah Garlington, Ohio University I found this book to be deeply engaging and an urgent contemporary revisiting of a concept that is fundamental to interpersonal communication and therapeutic relationships. The authors brilliantly integrate transdisciplinary knowledge and perspectives from physiology, psychology, and the neurosciences to enhance the reader's understanding of "empathy." -- Paula Allen-Meares, chancellor emerita, University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Assessing Empathy will be an invaluable multidisciplinary resource for students and scholars alike. It not only offers a comprehensive review of the concept of empathy, but also summarizes important research findings from human neuroscience, developmental psychology, social work, ethology, and other social science disciplines that bear on our understanding of how empathy is acquired, and the critical functions it serves in both social and interpersonal contexts. -- Jerrold R. Brandell, Distinguished Professor and Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, Wayne State University School of Social Work How do we enhance people's capacity to care about others? This volume beautifully integrates the current state of knowledge regarding empathy from neurobiological, psychological, bio-social and social justice perspectives, and offers both the rationale and the tools to begin answering that important question. -- Jacky Thomas, California State University San MarcosTable of Contents1. What Is Empathy? 2. The Building Blocks of Empathy 3. Why Is Empathy Important? 4. Why Is Empathy So Difficult to Achieve? 5. Linking Interpersonal and Social Empathy 6. Tools for Measuring and Assessing Empathy Appendix A. Research and Statistical Analysis of the Relationship Between Interpersonal Empathy and Social Empathy Appendix B. Empathy Assessment Index Appendix C. Social Empathy Index Appendix D. Interpersonal and Social Empathy Index Appendix E. Spanish Translation of the Empathy Assessment Index, the Social Empathy Index, and the Interpersonal and Social Empathy Index, by David Becerra and Maria del Rosario Silva Arciniega References Index

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Book SynopsisLing Hon Lam gives a deeply original account of the history of emotions in Chinese literature centered on the idea of emotion as space. Tracing how the emotion-realm underwent significant transformations from the dreamscape to theatricality in sixteenth- to eighteenth-century China, this book is a major rethinking of key terms in Chinese culture.Trade ReviewThrough the analytical prism opened up by the concept of emotion-realm (qingjing), Lam provides a refreshing reading and interpretation of many critical thinkers, including Heidegger, Foucault, and Rancière, as well as psychology and affect theory. . . . Because of its scope of coverage, the book can serve as a reference source for rethinking Chinese literature in relation to modern critical theories. -- GUOJUN WANG, Vanderbilt University * Journal of Asian Studies *Lam’s vaulting ambition to retell the story of just about every topic near and dear to the heart of a literary scholar: representation, fictionality, theatricality, emotion, and performance, among others. Amazingly, this tall order is pulled off via an even taller order—a counterintuitive thesis that Lam presents at the outset and defends strenuously and successfully throughout the book: that emotion is less an inside-out psychological or neuro-chemical process than an outside-in spatial process. -- Haiyan Lee * Modern Chinese Literature and Culture *Simultaneously engaging Chinese literary history “on its own terms” and on someone else’s terms (Michel Foucault, Martin Heidegger, Claude Lévi-Strauss, Emmanuel Levinas, Slavoj Žižek, to name a few), [Lam's] The Spatiality of Emotion in Early Modern China offers equally close encounters with both, all the while giving trenchant critique of the very “terms” themselves. -- Hu Ying * Critical Inquiry *Ambitiously drawing upon the studies of literature, philosophy, and anthropology/ritual studies, Lam successfully brings the literary representation of emotion in premodern Chinese literature and theater to the fore, highlighting the spatializedcharacter of emotion in both print and theatricality and the dynamics between performers and spectators. The book enormously contributes to the reader’s understanding of traditional Chinese aesthetics, its cultural production, and theimportance of spatialized emotion in Chinese cultural representation -- GUO WU, Allegheny College * The Chinese Historical Review *Spatiality of Emotion in Early Modern China is a heavy read with rewarding and informative rabbit holes into the development of essential aspects of Chinese drama in comparison with their European counterparts. * Asian Review of Books *Ling Hon Lam’s book opens new dimensions for studying emotion by reaching beyond the well-trodden paths of late imperial China. -- Chen Kaijun, Brown University * Chinese Literature: Essays, Articles, Reviews *The Spatiality of Emotion in Early Modern China: From Dreamscapes to Theatricality is a bold reconceptualization of fundamental questions in ontology, epistemology, and ethics. -- S. E. KILE, University of Michigan * Journal of Chinese Oral and Performing Literature *Ling Hon Lam has written a book that makes important contributions both to the study of early modern Chinese drama and to broader discussions of affect theory by adding Chinese studies to this scope. -- JASMINE YU-HSING CHEN, Utah State University * Asian Theatre Journal *Ling Hon Lam’s book is a major breakthrough in early modern Chinese literary and theater studies. Lam challenges conventional wisdom that sees emotion as an expression of inner faculties, and seeks to reframe emotion as affective performativity, theatrical manifestation, and above all, spatial construct. He draws from performing arts and media studies, identifies philosophical and psychological contestations, and ponders the power of the theatrics of emotion both on the stage and in everyday life. Historically informed and theoretically provocative, Lam’s book will set a new standard for Chinese theater studies and cultural and spatial history. -- David Der-wei Wang, Harvard UniversityBrilliantly written and boldly conceptualized. -- Wei Shang, Columbia UniversityThe Spatiality of Emotion in Early Modern China is a daring rethinking of emotion as it was conceptualized in early modern China. Up-ending the dominant characterization of emotions, Ling Hon Lam shows that emotions were implicitly situations of space, conceived of and perceived in spatial terms. Challenging expectations and rectifying suppositions about the most basic level of human interaction with the environment and culture, Lam elucidates questions central to the philosophy of affect and to ontology from an unprecedented comparative perspective. -- William Egginton, Johns Hopkins UniversityLam argues with verve that the vocabulary of spatiality and theatricality is crucial for understanding emotions in the Chinese tradition. From the earliest formulations of the functions of poetic articulation as a space of social, political, and cosmic resonance to the logic of self-division and of being a spectator to one's emotions in Ming fiction, Lam offers new and interesting perspectives on Chinese literature. -- Wai-yee Li, Harvard UniversitySounds, including words, reverberate in spaces, including the “inch-space” of the heart. Framing the history of the emotions in original and surprising ways and undoing traditional oppositions between “inside” and “outside” through attention to the spaces that nurture or limit feeling, Ling Hon Lam puts Chinese vernacular literature in a new place and gives us the sensation of belonging to a continuous, centuries-long community of spectators. This is cultural history of astonishing scope and imagination. -- Haun Saussy, University of ChicagoA provocative, profound, and profoundly original rethinking of the history of Chinese literary thought and its literary manifestations in imperial and modern China, whose repercussions will be felt within Chinese studies and within world literary circles for a long time to come. -- Patricia Sieber, Ohio State UniversityProvocative and ambitious. * China Review International *Table of ContentsAcknowledgmentsPrologue: Weather and Landscape 1. Winds, Dreams, Theater: A Genealogy of Emotion-Realms2. The Heart Beside Itself: A Genealogy of Morals3. What Is Wrong with The Wrong Career?: A Genealogy of Playgrounds4. “Not Even Close to Emotion”: A Genealogy of Knowledge5. Time-Space Is EmotionNotesIndex

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Book SynopsisBringing together the latest and most innovative scholarship on the history of the emotions.Trade Review"An excellent collection. Many of these essays represent the state of the art in the history of emotions, combining a very sophisticated understanding of the relations between emotional experience and emotional expression, between practices and feelings, between self and collectivity."--William M. Reddy, author of The Making of Romantic Love: Longing and Sexuality in Europe, South Asia, and Japan, 900–1200 CE "The essays goad historians to bravely study how emotions and emotional standards change when society modernizes. Recommended."--Choice“An essential reference for those in emotions history and for anyone who wants to understand the contours and promises of this emerging field.”--Canadian Journal of History

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Book SynopsisAn interdisciplinary study of democratic theory, empirical political science, psychology, and philosophy. Proposes a multidimensional process model of empathy that incorporates both affective and cognitive features to demonstrate the importance of empathy in fulfilling democracy's promise of giving equal consideration to all citizens in collective decisions.Trade Review“Empathy and Democracy challenges those who would exclude empathy from democracy—and even those who would include it as a ‘feeling.’ Bringing empirical studies and a highly developed understanding of empathy as a ‘process’ to bear on the theory of deliberative democracy, Michael Morrell moves beyond critique to offer a positive theory of how affect and reason combine in deliberation. This book is a significant contribution to democratic theory that will be useful not only to political theorists but also to anyone with an interest in deliberative democracy and empathy.”—Cheryl Hall,University of South Florida“Impressive for its close integration of political theory and research in political psychology, Morrell’s book sets a very high standard for analysis in a field of growing importance.”—Mark E. Warren,University of British Columbia“Empathy and Democracy demonstrates the importance of empathy in the deliberative practices that make democratic government legitimate. Deftly interweaving empirical research on the role of empathy in deliberation with a normative theory of democratic legitimacy, Morrell delivers a thoroughly researched, carefully argued book that will significantly revise conventional notions of how democratic deliberation ought to be conducted. It is valuable not only for the conceptual clarification it provides, but also for the way that it ties normative theorizing about democratic deliberation and legitimacy to empirically verifiable facts about human psychology and patterns of social interaction.”—Sharon R. Krause,Brown University“Empathy and Democracy demonstrates the importance of empathy in the deliberative practices that make democratic government legitimate. Deftly interweaving empirical research on the role of empathy in deliberation with a normative theory of democratic legitimacy, Michael Morrell delivers a thoroughly researched, carefully argued book that makes important contributions to the field of political theory as well as to empirical political science.”—Sharon R. Krause,Brown University“How can democracy’s promise of equality for all be more fully realized? How can democratic citizens become more attentive to others? These are only some of the questions that Michael E. Morrell poses in his fascinating book Empathy and Democracy: Feeling, Thinking, and Deliberation, a complex text worthy of close reading that intervenes to correct an oversight in deliberative theory and offers a ‘new theoretical statement.’”—William W. Sokoloff Contemporary Political Theory

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Book SynopsisA surprising, sweeping, and deeply researched history of empathy—from late-nineteenth-century German aesthetics to mirror neuronsTrade ReviewWinner of the 2020 Cheiron Book Prize, sponsored by The International Society for the History of Behavioral and Social Sciences“Susan Lanzoni reveals the little-known roots and reach of ‘empathy,’ particularly its richness as a lens on the arts. An eye-opener for anyone with an interest in empathy, particularly those in the behavioral and brain sciences, whose understanding of the concept will be expanded in astonishing ways.”—Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence“Highly impressive. . . . This lucid and generously case-based book gave me a distinctly different understanding of empathy and its role in scientific explorations, like emotion theory and neuron research, as well as in everyday social relations.”—Jill Morawski, Wesleyan University“This remarkable study of empathy, a crucial but much misunderstood concept and experience, is encyclopedic in its inclusion of aesthetic, historical, psychological, and social sources. Readers will be enriched by Lanzoni’s breadth and clarity.”—Robert Jay Lifton, author of The Climate Swerve: Reflections on Mind, Hope, and Survival“Susan Lanzoni’s dive into the history and use of empathy—in aesthetics, ethics, politics and now neurobiology—has produced a book that is both deep and wide. Few concepts have exerted such power. This is a crucial study, now more than ever.”—Peter Galison, Harvard University

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Book SynopsisA protocol of easy-to-use tools that can be applied when readers experience difficult-to-manage emotions.

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Book SynopsisAccording to Jessica Pryce-Jones, happiness at work is not some abstract idea but a practical reality with a clear impact on you and your workplace. This book reveals that the happier you are the more you'll achieve, yielding tangible benefits to you and your organization.Trade Review"After reading this book, I certianly did not need any more convincing that happiness at work matters. I am usually wary of self-help books, but the author's message is too simple to be ignored.... Read this book, take action and get happier at work." (Edge, 1 September 2011) "Pryce-Jones, who is among a growing number of experts studying the connection between happiness and productivity in the workplace, suggests there's a significant difference between happiness and engagement." (Human Resource Executive Online, October 2010) "This book is a useful addition to the array of books published in recent years the objective of which is to help folks who are not social scientists or clinical therapists understand happiness as a concept and how the research thereon over the past few decades can be used to achieve greater levels of personal happiness and the successes in life that go therewith." (Social Indicators Network News, May 2010) "The author undertook an enormous five year study of the concept and implications of happiness at both work and at home. The result of the intensive interviews underlined the critical importance of workplace happiness, and its correlation with a happier personal life." (Blog Business World, June 2010) "Normally I pick a book up, read the first few pages, then find I can't face it and end up leaving it in a hotel room. But this book, I picked it up, started to read it and I thought, ‘Hallelujah! Here is a book that makes sense at last.' And that was just so refreshing. I don't even have a copy at the moment, because I have given about ten of them away to people saying, 'You have just got to read this!'" (Fivebooks.com, June 2010) "So, if you want a workplace filled with happy workers who are more productive, engaged and willing to contribute, then you need to read this wonderful book by Jessica Pryce-Jones." (Inside Personal Growth, May 2010) "Everyone gripes about work, but Jessica Pryce-Jones, founder of British human-asset management consultancy iOpener, discovered that, believe it or not, work makes us happy. In her straightforward examination of the relationships among work, productivity and happiness, she takes readers on a journey through the core elements of happiness at work, ultimately tasking them with reaching their own happy place." (Kirkus Living Well Supplement, June 2010) "Whether you're an individual who wants to enjoy the personal benefits that derive from happiness or part of a management team that recognizes the direct correlation between happiness and productivity, Happiness at Work is the essential guide to understanding this once-elusive subject." (HR.com, April 2010) "An excellent study in employee happiness. There is a lot of value to be gained from this book." (Teach the Soul, April 2010) "A useful and informative guide in helping employers create environments and structures that keep employees happy and productive." (Basil & Spice, April 2010) "Sharing the results of her four–year research journey in simple, jargon–free language, [Pryce-Jones] exposes unexpected secrets about being happy at work." (StrategyDriven, April 2010) "[Pryce-Jones] demystifies the latest research, illustrating her findings with a fascinating array of over 80 revealing interviews." (The CEO Refresher, April 2010) "A fascinating new book based on many years of consulting and coaching experience … .Packed with case studies." (CNNMoney.com, April 2010) "Good trainer that she is, Pryce-Jones works hard to convert knowledge to understanding, and finally, to practical action. This is a 'How To' book for grown-ups who recognise they can try harder and deserve better." (Management Today, February 2010) "A very good book for understanding aspects of work that traditionally aren't considered 'important.' And if you're struggling with a job (either new or long-term) that doesn't seem to have that 'spark,' you may find out why (as well as how to change yourself and get re-centered)." (Duffbert's Random Musings, March 2010)Table of ContentsPrologue. Acknowledgments. 1 Why Happiness at Work? Why Now? 2 The Research Journey. 3 Contribution from the Inside-Out. 4 Contribution from the Outside-In. 5 Conviction. 6 Culture. 7 Commitment. 8 Confidence. 9 Pride, Trust, and Recognition. 10 Achieving Your Potential. Happiness at Work: A Conclusion. What Next? References. Dramatis Personae. Index.

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Book SynopsisFear is ubiquitous but slippery. This title focuses on the meaning, diversity, and dynamism of fear in multiple world-historical contexts, and demonstrates how fear universally binds us to particular presents but also to a broad spectrum of memories, stories, and states in the past.Trade Review"[S]imply establishing that fear has been a significant factor in history, that it is experienced and represented diversely, and that it forms an inescapable part of our collective memory and contemporary motivation is enough to make the book worth the read and hopefully to inspire more studies of fear and other emotions in society and history."--Jack David Eller, Anthropology Review DatabaseTable of ContentsAcknowledgments ix INTRODUCTION - 1 The Golden Age of Nasserism 3 Idealism and Pragmatism in Nasser's Foreign Policy 11 The Nature of Middle Eastern Politics 14 The Place of the Intervention in Egyptian Memory 16 Structure of the Book 21 CHAPTER ONE - The Road to War 24 The Coup in Yemen 29 The Struggle for Power in Egypt 37 The Accidental Intervention? 49 The Denouement of the Crisis in Cairo 61 CHAPTER TWO - The Soviet-Egyptian Intervention in Yemen 70 The Nature of Soviet Relations with Egypt and Yemen 71 The Egyptian Appeal and the Soviet Response 75 Explaining Soviet Behavior 88 Forms of Early Soviet Involvement 94 CHAPTER THREE - Food for "Peace": The Breakdown of US-Egyptian Relations, 1962-65 102 Recognition 106 Disengagement 113 The Suspension of US Aid 127 The Balance of Payments Crisis 139 CHAPTER FOUR - Guns for Cotton: The Unraveling of Soviet-Egyptian Relations, 1964-66 142 Guns for Cotton 144 The Soviet Quest for Base Rights in Egypt 146 From Jiddah to Moscow 151 In the Cracks of Cold War Geology 159 The Final Unraveling 162 CHAPTER FIVE - On the Battlefield in Yemen--and in Egypt 174 Counterinsurgency 176 Casualties 190 Cost 195 Corruption 199 The Spread of Popular Discontent 206 CHAPTER SIX - The Fruitless Quest for Peace: Saudi-Egyptian Negotiations, 1964-66 215 The First Arab Summit 217 The Second Arab Summit 222 The Jiddah Agreement 232 From the Islamic Pact to the Long Breath Strategy 249 The Kuwaiti Mediation and the Return of Sallal 258 CHAPTER SEVEN - The Six-Day War and the End of the Intervention in Yemen 262 The Sinai Option 266 The Syrian Connection 272 The Soviet Spark 275 The Egyptian Initiative 284 The Impact of the Yemen War on Egyptian Military Performance in the Six-Day War 289 The Khartoum Conference and the Withdrawal of the Egyptians from Yemen 290 AFTERWORD - The Twilight of Egyptian Power 295 Bibliographical Note 313 Bibliography 319 Index 335

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Book SynopsisFear is ubiquitous but slippery. This title focuses on the meaning, diversity, and dynamism of fear in multiple world-historical contexts, and demonstrates how fear universally binds us to particular presents but also to a broad spectrum of memories, stories, and states in the past.Trade Review"[S]imply establishing that fear has been a significant factor in history, that it is experienced and represented diversely, and that it forms an inescapable part of our collective memory and contemporary motivation is enough to make the book worth the read and hopefully to inspire more studies of fear and other emotions in society and history."--Jack David Eller, Anthropology Review DatabaseTable of ContentsAcknowledgments ix INTRODUCTION - 1 The Golden Age of Nasserism 3 Idealism and Pragmatism in Nasser's Foreign Policy 11 The Nature of Middle Eastern Politics 14 The Place of the Intervention in Egyptian Memory 16 Structure of the Book 21 CHAPTER ONE - The Road to War 24 The Coup in Yemen 29 The Struggle for Power in Egypt 37 The Accidental Intervention? 49 The Denouement of the Crisis in Cairo 61 CHAPTER TWO - The Soviet-Egyptian Intervention in Yemen 70 The Nature of Soviet Relations with Egypt and Yemen 71 The Egyptian Appeal and the Soviet Response 75 Explaining Soviet Behavior 88 Forms of Early Soviet Involvement 94 CHAPTER THREE - Food for "Peace": The Breakdown of US-Egyptian Relations, 1962-65 102 Recognition 106 Disengagement 113 The Suspension of US Aid 127 The Balance of Payments Crisis 139 CHAPTER FOUR - Guns for Cotton: The Unraveling of Soviet-Egyptian Relations, 1964-66 142 Guns for Cotton 144 The Soviet Quest for Base Rights in Egypt 146 From Jiddah to Moscow 151 In the Cracks of Cold War Geology 159 The Final Unraveling 162 CHAPTER FIVE - On the Battlefield in Yemen--and in Egypt 174 Counterinsurgency 176 Casualties 190 Cost 195 Corruption 199 The Spread of Popular Discontent 206 CHAPTER SIX - The Fruitless Quest for Peace: Saudi-Egyptian Negotiations, 1964-66 215 The First Arab Summit 217 The Second Arab Summit 222 The Jiddah Agreement 232 From the Islamic Pact to the Long Breath Strategy 249 The Kuwaiti Mediation and the Return of Sallal 258 CHAPTER SEVEN - The Six-Day War and the End of the Intervention in Yemen 262 The Sinai Option 266 The Syrian Connection 272 The Soviet Spark 275 The Egyptian Initiative 284 The Impact of the Yemen War on Egyptian Military Performance in the Six-Day War 289 The Khartoum Conference and the Withdrawal of the Egyptians from Yemen 290 AFTERWORD - The Twilight of Egyptian Power 295 Bibliographical Note 313 Bibliography 319 Index 335

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Trade Review"[A] useful book. . . . Risinger's explanations of the importance of Stoicism in the period's literature make a valuable contribution to the literature of the Romantic period." * Choice Reviews *"Stoic Romanticism and the Ethics of Emotion is a sustained and sensitive engagement with a range of literary work that shows the nuances of changing perspectives in a changing world. It is no small feat that virtually every sentence is a triumph of craftsmanship, or that the text reads with a confidence and ease found usually in the most seasoned critics."---Denise Gigante, Nineteenth-Century Literature"With elegant readings that work against the grain of the consistent and determinate, Risinger remind us that writers like Wordsworth and Wollstonecraft were not simply subject over time to shifting political views, but, in the space of a single poem or essay, under the heady influence of diffuse competing aesthetic and ethical commitments."---Samantha Botz, European Romantic Review"Stoic Romanticism and the Ethics of Emotion is an excellent study. Erudite, eloquent, and critically expert, it is all the more remarkable for being a first book. . . . Risinger has blazed a bright trail into Stoic Romanticism in England and America."---Adam Potkay, The Wordsworth Circle"Erudite and elegantly argued. . . . So utterly effective is Risinger at showing that ‘Romantic Stoicism is a corollary of the period’s “gravitational pull toward feeling” rather than a blinkered rejection of that force’ . . . that one is left wondering, as with any fine book, how this never occurred to anyone until now."---Julie Murray, Eighteenth-Century Fiction

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"A Choice Outstanding Academic Title of the Year""How to Do Things with Emotions is a welcome corrective to Anglophone philosophy’s tendency to frame Western presumptions as universal. And it presents an appealingly sensible moral program."---Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker"Illuminating and engaging"---Sara Protasi, Times Literary Supplement"[An] insightful book. . . . Flanagan recommends and provides careful attention to [other cultural practices around anger and shame] in the hope that they will open up possibilities for developing new ways of expressing emotional behaviors." * Choice Reviews *

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"[A] useful book. . . . Risinger's explanations of the importance of Stoicism in the period's literature make a valuable contribution to the literature of the Romantic period." * Choice Reviews *"Stoic Romanticism and the Ethics of Emotion is a sustained and sensitive engagement with a range of literary work that shows the nuances of changing perspectives in a changing world. It is no small feat that virtually every sentence is a triumph of craftsmanship, or that the text reads with a confidence and ease found usually in the most seasoned critics."---Denise Gigante, Nineteenth-Century Literature"With elegant readings that work against the grain of the consistent and determinate, Risinger remind us that writers like Wordsworth and Wollstonecraft were not simply subject over time to shifting political views, but, in the space of a single poem or essay, under the heady influence of diffuse competing aesthetic and ethical commitments."---Samantha Botz, European Romantic Review"Stoic Romanticism and the Ethics of Emotion is an excellent study. Erudite, eloquent, and critically expert, it is all the more remarkable for being a first book. . . . Risinger has blazed a bright trail into Stoic Romanticism in England and America."---Adam Potkay, The Wordsworth Circle"Erudite and elegantly argued. . . . So utterly effective is Risinger at showing that ‘Romantic Stoicism is a corollary of the period’s “gravitational pull toward feeling” rather than a blinkered rejection of that force’ . . . that one is left wondering, as with any fine book, how this never occurred to anyone until now."---Julie Murray, Eighteenth-Century Fiction

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Book SynopsisThe selected writings of 1930s author Christopher Caudwell, a Marxist writer of extraordinary brillianceTrade Review'It is not difficult to see Caudwell as a phenomenon - as an extraordinary shooting-star crossing England's empirical night' -- E. P. Thompson'The selection of writings presented here does justice to the richness of Caudwell's thought, and will introduce a whole new generation of readers to this remarkable thinker' -- Anindya Raychaudhuri, School of English, University of St Andrews'A revealing set of texts by the most important British Marxist cultural critic before World War II, meticulously and lovingly edited by the greatest contemporary expert in the field. Indispensable' -- Edith Hall, Professor of Classics, King's College University of LondonChristopher Caudwell was a brief and breathtakingly brilliant presence in the world ... I commend Pluto for publishing these new editions and bringing Caudwell to the attention of new audiences' -- Marx & Philosophy Review of BooksTable of ContentsIntroduction Part I: Studies in a Dying Culture 1. D. H. Lawrence: A Study of the Bourgeois Artist 2. Freud: A Study in Bourgeois Psychology 3. Liberty: A Study in Bourgeois Illusion Part II: Illusion and Reality 4. The Birth of Poetry 5. The Death of Mythology 6. The Development of Modern Poetry 7. English Poets I: The Period of Primitive Accumulation 8. English Poets II: The Industrial Revolution 9. English Poets III: The Decline of Capitalism 10. The World and the ‘I’ Part III: 'Heredity and Development' 11. Heredity and Development: A Study of Bourgeois Biology Notes Works Cited Index

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Book SynopsisCommunicating Emotion at Work chronicles the rich emotional experiences of employees drawn from a broad cross-section of industries and occupations. It takes a decidedly positive approach, recognizing that emotional communication is a vital and creative response to the challenges of life in complex organizations.Trade Review"This book promises to be required reading for students of organizational communication. No one is better suited than Vince Waldron to provide a state-of-the-art explanation of this important set of issues." Ted Zorn, University of Waikato, New Zealand "This book offers a rich tapestry of the emotional fabric of organizational life. Drawing on recent research, it situates emotional communication as an essential feature of occupational roles, work relationships, and moral judgment. Its superb examples entice the reader through sharing the joys and traumas of the modern workplace." Linda L. Putnam, University of California, Santa Barbara "As someone who has studied and taught about emotions in organizations for many years, I have been consistently disappointed that most books gloss over communication when exploring the issues of work and feelings. Well, I am no longer disappointed! Vince Waldron's book Communicating Emotion at Work presents a thoughtful and meaningful treatment of how emotions, communication, and work intersect to complicate work life in recognized and unrecognized ways. Waldron also goes beyond looking solely at individual-level communication by exploring the organizational, societal, and global factors impacting communication and emotion in organizations. If you're a serious scholar of emotions and communication at work, this book is a key resource you must have on your shelf. Bravo!" Professor Pam Lutgen-Sandvik, University of New Mexico, USA "A thorough and thoroughly engaging read, Communicating Emotion at Work provides an up-to-date overview of the complex role of emotion in the workplace. The cases and illustrations, along with the author's accessible writing style, make this an ideal book for undergraduate and advanced undergraduate classes. It is also a ‘must have' for practitioners and scholars interested in the topic." Patricia Sias, Washington State UniversityTable of ContentsList of Figures and Tables. Preface 1 Emotional Connections: Intersections of Communication, Work, and Feeling. 2 Communicating Emotion: Levels of Organization and Forms of Expression. 3 Emotional Occupations. 4 Work Relationships: Getting Emotional with Peers, Supervisors, and Others. 5 Emotion and Organizational Morality. 6 Emotional Trends. References.

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Book SynopsisEmotions have long been neglected in media research, although their role is a vital ingredient in shaping our shared stories and the ways we engage with them.But emotions, as they circulate through the media, can also be divisive and exclusionary. Karin Wahl-Jorgensen makes the case for researching the role of emotions in mediated politics. Drawing on a series of studies, she explores the complex relationship between emotions, politics and media. The book includes analyses of how Facebook structures emotional reactions; the anger of Donald Trump; the use of personal storytelling in feminist Twitter hashtags; the role of emotionality in award-winning journalism; and the communities created by political fandoms. Essential reading for scholars and students, this important volume opens up new ways of thinking about and researching emotions, media and politics.Trade Review“As wonderfully topical as this book is, I wish we had all owned it and been able to work with our heavily underlined copies of it for decades, given how superbly it advances and nuances our understanding of the place of emotions in media and politics.”Jonathan Gray, University of Wisconsin–Madison “Emotions, Media and Politics moves a complex debate to an impressive new level by articulating brilliantly how mediated political life cannot be understood without taking personal feelings such as love and anger seriously as compasses of rational decision-making. A must-read for scholars of media and communication who want to make sense of Brexit and Putting America First.”Irene Costera Meijer, Vrije Universiteit AmsterdamTable of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction: Understanding Emotions in Mediated Public Life 1 Taking Emotion Seriously: A Brief History of Thought 2 Emotions are Everywhere: The Strategic Ritual of Emotionality in Journalism 3 Authenticity, Compassion and Personalized Storytelling 4 Towards a Typology of Mediated Anger 5 Shifting Emotional Regimes: Donald Trump’s Angry Populism 6 The Politics of Love: Political Fandom and Social Change 7 The Emotional Architecture of Social Media Conclusion: Nine Propositions about Emotions, Media and Politics Notes References Index

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Book SynopsisThis book considers the role of anger in the social lives and conceptual universes of a varied and significant cross-section of medieval people: monks, saints, kings, lords, and peasants.Trade ReviewOverall, this work fills a large lacuna because... the history of anger has not yet been written.... This work will be a welcome addition to research and graduate libraries. * History *The collection of articles assembled in this book is yet another proof for the vibrancy and progressiveness of medieval studies at large... The authors demonstrate the excellent results of interdisciplinary research employing both traditional philological research skills as well as insights from anthropology, sociology, and Mentalités-geschite.... This excellent volume demonstrates that medieval society was neither primitive nor ideal, as it experienced many forms of anger, but often knew very well how to deal with it, as anger assumed an important ritual function for the aristocracy. -- Albrecht Classen, Arthuriana * Arthuriana *

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Book SynopsisSince the growth of interest and fascination with the Japanese, and the emergence of Japan as a world economic power, many works that have studied Japanese culture. This is an analysis of how Japanese culture and society structure, shape, and mould the emotions of the Japanese people.Trade Review"An outstanding addition to the literature on an increasingly visible and growing segment of the Japanese population that enriches our understanding of the aging process as it is lived by real people, rather than as it is conceptualized by policy makers."-Janet S. Shibamoto-Smith, Professor of Anthropology, University of California, Davis

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Book SynopsisThe author, an experienced psychiatrist and professor, examines the feeling of guilt in different times, places, cultures, religions, and contexts.Trade Review"I am deeply impressed with the value of Katchadourian's Guilt. In an authentic tour de force, Katchadourian covers clinical, psychological, religious and legal aspects of the subject in historical context with analytical penetration. He does so in depth and at the same time with lucidity and impeccable judgment. Altogether, this is a book of profound and enduring value on a subject of fundamental importance in human experience." -- David A. Hamburg, MD, President Emeritus"Katchadourian's book is subtle, generous, and both informed and informative. It also has the rare merit of adhering to solid academic standards yet being accessible to a general literate audience .... Highly recommended." -- H. Oberdiek * Choice *"Religion is so often connected with guilt. Herant Katchadourian does a masterful job of explicating the myriad dimensions of guilt within and well beyond theology. He distinguishes its positive dimensions from its negatives. He helps us separate it from many of its imposters, like clinical depression, while still elucidating its interaction with these other conditions. Behind all is a deep concern for mature ethics, cleansing rationality, and profound religious sensibility." -- Scotty McLennan, Dean for Religious Life

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Book SynopsisThe author, an experienced psychiatrist and professor, examines the feeling of guilt in different times, places, cultures, religions, and contexts.Trade Review"I am deeply impressed with the value of Katchadourian's Guilt. In an authentic tour de force, Katchadourian covers clinical, psychological, religious and legal aspects of the subject in historical context with analytical penetration. He does so in depth and at the same time with lucidity and impeccable judgment. Altogether, this is a book of profound and enduring value on a subject of fundamental importance in human experience." -- David A. Hamburg, MD, President Emeritus"Katchadourian's book is subtle, generous, and both informed and informative. It also has the rare merit of adhering to solid academic standards yet being accessible to a general literate audience .... Highly recommended." -- H. Oberdiek * Choice *"Religion is so often connected with guilt. Herant Katchadourian does a masterful job of explicating the myriad dimensions of guilt within and well beyond theology. He distinguishes its positive dimensions from its negatives. He helps us separate it from many of its imposters, like clinical depression, while still elucidating its interaction with these other conditions. Behind all is a deep concern for mature ethics, cleansing rationality, and profound religious sensibility." -- Scotty McLennan, Dean for Religious Life

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