Transformations (Karnac Classics) [Paperback] Wilfred R. Bion

Description

Shows signs of wear. Jacket may be torn, cover may have creases, pages have some writing and highlighting. May have some water damage. May be a former library book. If you are buying a box set item, the box may not be included.

This well-worn copy of “Transformations” by the influential British psychoanalyst Wilfred R. Bion offers a unique opportunity for collectors and scholars alike. Published in 1965, this seminal work introduced Bion’s pioneering theories on group dynamics and the unconscious processes that shape group behavior. Drawing upon his experiences treating traumatized soldiers during World War II, Bion developed innovative concepts such as the “work group” and the “basic assumption group,” which have profoundly influenced organizational psychology and group therapy practices.

Despite its humble condition, this volume bears the marks of a well-loved and deeply studied text, with marginalia and highlights that offer tantalizing glimpses into the minds of past readers grappling with Bion’s complex ideas. For collectors, such traces of intellectual engagement add a layer of intrigue and provenance to this historically significant work. Moreover, as one of the earliest publications from the esteemed Karnac Books, this copy represents a piece of psychoanalytic publishing history.