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Caroline Zilboorg

    Caroline Zilboorg possesses a profound interest in biography and literary history, often focusing on women writers and 20th-century literary movements. Her work demonstrates an ability to blend academic rigor with narrative flair, delving into the lives and works of authors to reveal the intricate connections between their creations and their times. Zilboorg's approach illuminates the context and significance of literary endeavors, offering readers insightful explorations. Her historical novel set during the Great War further showcases her versatile command of prose.

    The Life of Gregory Zilboorg, 1940-1959
    The Life of Gregory Zilboorg, 1890-1940
    • 2021

      The Life of Gregory Zilboorg, 1890-1940

      Psyche, Psychiatry, and Psychoanalysis

      • 284 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      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.

      The Life of Gregory Zilboorg, 1890-1940
    • 2021

      The Life of Gregory Zilboorg, 1940-1959

      Mind, Medicine, and Man

      • 282 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      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.

      The Life of Gregory Zilboorg, 1940-1959