Noëlle McAfee is a professor of philosophy and director of the Psychoanalytic Studies Program at Emory University. Her work delves into the intersection of philosophy, politics, and psychoanalysis, exploring how unconscious forces shape our civic lives and political systems. McAfee focuses on challenging traditional models of democracy through deep analysis of key thinkers' ideas.
Noelle McAfee uses psychoanalytic theory to explore the subterranean anxieties behind current crises and the ways in which democratic practices can help work through seemingly intractable political conflicts. Fear of Breakdown contends that politics needs something that only psychoanalysis has been able to offer.
Focusing on Julia Kristeva's influential theories, this book delves into her explorations of language, textuality, and the complexities of subjectivity. It addresses her perspectives on feminism and sexuality, as well as her insights into politics, identity, and nationality. Through a comprehensive analysis, readers gain a deeper understanding of Kristeva's contributions to contemporary thought and her impact on various fields of study.