Caroline Zilboorg Ordre des livres

Chronicling the life of Gregory Zilboorg from his Jewish upbringing in Tsarist Russia to his rise as a prominent psychoanalyst in New York before World War II, this biography offers an in-depth look at his personal and professional journey. The first volume of a comprehensive study, it highlights the significant cultural and historical contexts that shaped Zilboorg's contributions to psychoanalysis, making it a valuable resource for understanding his impact on the field.

Focusing on the transformative years from 1940 to 1959, this biography delves into the life of Gregory Zilboorg, a Russian-American psychoanalyst. It explores how the Second World War influenced his professional and personal life, detailing significant events such as his divorce, remarriage, and conversion to Catholicism. The narrative highlights the intersection of mind, medicine, and personal evolution during a tumultuous period in history.