Hyena investigates this fascinating animal throughout history. Mikita Brottman offers an enlightening view to an often misunderstood animal, showing that the hyena is in fact a complex, intelligent and highly sociable creature.
Mikita Brottman Livres
Mikita Brottman est une universitaire et psychanalyste britannique reconnue pour ses lectures psychologiques des éléments sombres et pathologiques de la culture contemporaine. Son travail explore la psychologie du cinéma d'horreur, la théorie critique et la pensée psychanalytique, offrant des critiques perspicaces. À travers ses essais et ses études, elle examine l'attrait de la lecture compulsive et les dimensions psychologiques de la culture populaire. Brottman apporte une perspective distincte à l'analyse des phénomènes modernes, révélant des motivations cachées et des forces subconscientes.
The Great Grisby
Two Thousand Years of Literary, Royal, Philosophical, and Artistic Dog Lovers and Their Exceptional Animals
- 288pages
- 11 heures de lecture
Exploring the diverse roles dogs occupy in human culture, this book combines scholarly insights with a charming bestiary featuring dogs from literature, folklore, and real life. The author, a psychoanalyst and cultural critic, delves into the emotional and symbolic significance of dogs, offering a rich tapestry of stories and reflections that highlight their impact on our lives and society.
An Unexplained Death
- 288pages
- 11 heures de lecture
The unnerving true story of an unexplained death in Baltimore's historic Belvedere building
Exploring the complex relationship between reading and self-discovery, Brottman challenges the conventional wisdom that reading is merely a beneficial pastime. Instead, she likens it to a solitary vice that fosters personal exploration and empathy, allowing readers to experience diverse perspectives and navigate their own inner worlds. By questioning the societal pressure to promote reading as a life-saving activity, the book invites readers to reconsider the significance of literature in their lives, highlighting its intricate blend of fantasy and introspection.
Exploring the transformative power of literature, Mikita Brottman initiates a book club with inmates at Jessup Correctional Institution. Through ten challenging classics, including works by Conrad, Shakespeare, and Poe, she aims to engage her unique students in deep discussions about morality, identity, and the human condition. This experience not only enriches the convicts' perspectives but also profoundly impacts Brottman, revealing the redemptive potential of storytelling in unexpected places.
Great Grisby, The
- 288pages
- 11 heures de lecture
Exploring the multifaceted role of dogs, this charming bestiary delves into their significance across literature, folklore, and real life. Through the lens of a scholar, psychoanalyst, and cultural critic, the book highlights how dogs influence human culture and relationships, blending insightful analysis with engaging anecdotes. It offers a unique perspective on the bond between humans and dogs, revealing their impact on society and individual lives.