In this book, Jill Salberg and Sue Grand offer an overview of the psychoanalytic work on transgenerational trauma, rooting their perspective in attachment theory and the social-ethical turn of Relational Psychoanalysis.
Exploring the dark aspects of human experience, the book delves into war, genocide, terrorism, torture, and familial abuse, examining how individuals and groups maintain their humanity amidst such terror. It highlights the significance of acts of rescue, resistance, and memorialization, providing a profound analysis of the human condition in the face of atrocity. Through a phenomenological lens, it invites readers to reflect on resilience and the moral choices made in desperate circumstances.
Exploring the cycle of trauma, the author delves into how families and cultures can turn victims into perpetrators. By conducting intensive case studies, the book provides a deep, interdisciplinary analysis that combines scholarly research with a passionate narrative. It examines the complex dynamics of malignant trauma and its far-reaching effects on individuals and communities, shedding light on the often-overlooked connections between victimhood and aggression.