Avner Falk Livres

Falk explores the multifaceted origins of Islamic terror through various lenses, emphasizing psychological insights gained from his background in clinical psychology. He delves into the connections between early life experiences and adult terrorism, examining themes such as the role of maternal relationships, narcissistic rage, and the classification of terrorists. The analysis also addresses the evolution of terrorist pathology, the impact of globalization, and historical precedents, alongside case studies of notable terrorists relevant to contemporary conflicts.

The book explores the resurgence of anti-Semitism in the 21st century, triggered by a disturbing message received by the author. It examines the historical context and contemporary factors contributing to this phenomenon, such as migration patterns and Middle Eastern conflicts. Through an interdisciplinary approach, incorporating psychology, sociology, and political science, the author provides a comprehensive analysis of the irrational roots of anti-Semitism, making it a profound investigation into a persistent and troubling aspect of human society.

The book presents a psychological biography of Barack Obama, crafted by a renowned clinical psychologist. It delves into the complexities of Obama's character, exploring his motivations, experiences, and the psychological factors that shaped his identity and leadership. Through an analytical lens, the author provides insights into how personal history and psychological dynamics influenced Obama's decisions and public persona, making it a unique exploration of a prominent figure in contemporary politics.

Exploring the Crusades through the lens of psychoanalysis, this book delves into the underlying emotions and fantasies that motivated both Crusaders and Muslims in their conflicts. By examining these hidden psychological factors, it offers a unique perspective on the motivations behind these historical wars, shedding light on the complex interplay of desire, fear, and identity that shaped this tumultuous period.

The life of Theodor Herzl (1860-1904), the founder of political Zionism, was brief, fascinating, dramatic and tragic. Herzl lived only 44 years, most of which he spent desperately trying to become a famous playwright; yet at the age of 35 he became obsessed with the Zionist Idea, and soon became the charismatic political leader of Zionist Jewry, revered and idolized by many, vilified and excommunicated by many others. In this psychoanalytic biography, Avner Falk attempts to cast new light, through deep psychoanalytic probing, on the life and spirit of Theodor Herzl. Falk's thesis asserts that Herzl's espousal of political Zionism, as well as the various other 'solutions' to the Jewish Question such as duelling and conversion, were desperate attempts to resolve the basic personal conflict of his entire life. He yearned for fusion with his early mother and had a compelling need for a separate self and therefore displaced his personal feelings to geopolitical entities, Europe symbolizing his mother and the Jews of the state symbolizing Herzl himself.